‘Asleep in Christ’

Pat McCloskey, OFM November 29, 2025

In my Bible readings I come across passages about “those asleep in Christ.” What is meant by those “asleep in Christ?”

Two women friends embracing, one comforting the other.

Build Something Beautiful

Daniel Imwalle November 29, 2025

I know many of us feel disjointed right now, unsure of how we will ever feel whole as a nation again or engage in peaceful, fruitful dialogue.

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Less Is More

Susan Hines-Brigger November 28, 2025

Many people equate the holiday season with presents and material goods. We must remember, though, that the true focus of the season is the gift of Christ’s birth.

Sharing Communion Is Rarely Permitted

Pat McCloskey, OFM November 28, 2025

May a Catholic give or invite a non-Catholic to receive holy Communion? Wouldn’t that promote our efforts toward ecumenism?

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Prayer for Broken Hearts

Christopher Heffron November 28, 2025

It’s often when we feel most abandoned that God is closest to us. We get in the way of that union, but God knows are steps before we make them.

Embrace the Light

Patricia Breen McNeil November 27, 2025

Sometimes it is not uncommon for little children to be afraid of the dark. While the darkness can feel scary or uncertain, the light brings clarity, a new way of seeing.

How Many People Have Received the Stigmata?

Pat McCloskey, OFM November 27, 2025

Who besides St. Francis of Assisi and St. Padre Pio of Pietrelcina have received the stigmata, the marks of Christ’s five wounds? Have any women received the stigmata?

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Pray to Saints for Peace

Jack Wintz, OFM November 27, 2025

With God’s help through the intercession of the saints, may our world be set free from war, violence, and terrorism.

Thanks in Giving

Daniel Imwalle November 27, 2025

Today, as we meet for Thanksgiving with family, whether from near or far, may we find a moment to express gratitude for all that God has provided, perhaps in the very action of giving to another.