Why Is St. Joseph Overlooked?
Pat McCloskey, OFM
July 2, 2026
When will St. Joseph receive from Catholics the respect that he clearly deserves?
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Prayer for All Mothers
Maureen O'Brien
July 1, 2026
Because motherhood requires women to offer so much of their own spirits, it can lead to feeling depleted.
Grace Is a Bridge
Pat McCloskey, OFM
July 1, 2026
Pope Francis summarized the importance of Sacred Heart devotion to several saints and the Jesuits, in general.
One Intention or Many Intentions?
Pat McCloskey, OFM
July 1, 2026
All the Catholic parishes in our area conclude the general intercessions during Mass by adding, “And for all the personal intentions that we hold in our hearts.” I consider this a questionable practice because the priest is supposed to be aware of all intentions during a Mass.
The Timelessness of St. Francis
Daniel Imwalle
June 30, 2026
With the feast of St. Francis of Assisi on October 4, we as a Church—and beyond—take a moment to recognize the world-shaking faith and example of this holy man.
The Hard Work of Forgiveness
Mark P. Shea
June 30, 2026
Jesus commands the Church’s members to practice radical forgiveness of one another.
Pollution as a Moral Issue
Pat McCloskey, OFM
June 30, 2026
It seems that the weather is becoming more extreme and that air pollution is a factor in this. Has pollution become a moral issue? I think people should stop driving so much.
Broken and Healed
Christopher Heffron
June 29, 2026
For some people, pain is a constant companion. Offer up this prayer for them today.
Be a Voice for the Voiceless
Tom Faletti
June 29, 2026
This week, who can you speak out for? How can you use your voice to defend the poor and needy?
Do Declarations of Nullity Create Illegitimacy?
Pat McCloskey, OFM
June 29, 2026
My son and my daughter-in-law are divorced and remarried. They are considering seeking declarations of nullity for their first marriages. A priest they consulted said that annulments do not make children from that marriage illegitimate. Is that what the Catholic Church teaches?