Drink of One Spirit
Christopher Heffron
May 25, 2026
As the 2024 election draws closer and tempers flare, let us pray that the message above from St. Paul
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Our Family of Creation
Jack Wintz, OFM
May 22, 2026
Will we see our pets and other creatures in the next life? Only God can answer a question like this.
A Rose in Full Bloom
Maureen O'Brien
May 22, 2026
When we say a rosary, we know that the repetition upon the beads calms us down, brings solace and peace. Today, rediscover the simple words of the Hail Mary prayer, and how wonderful it is that when we say a rosary we ask Mary to pray for us–50 times.
The Litany of the Blessed Virgin
Pat McCloskey, OFM
May 22, 2026
Q. In our parish a group of us gather before Mass to pray the rosary and the Litany of the Blessed Mother. From where did the Litany of the Blessed Virgin come? And what do the titles “Mirror of Justice,” “Seat of Wisdom,” “Mystical Rose,” “Tower of David,” “Tower of Ivory,” “House of Gold,” “Morning Star” and “Ark of the Covenant” mean?
Learning to Let Go
Bond Strong
May 21, 2026
“I am so afraid to open my clenched fists!” wrote Henri Nouwen. Without the assistance of grace, there is not much over which we willingly surrender control.
‘Blessed Are the Peacemakers’
Richard B. Patterson, PhD
May 21, 2026
Time and again, Jesus challenged the use of violence to resolve issues.
What Would Becoming Catholic Add?
Pat McCloskey, OFM
May 21, 2026
My husband believes all that Catholics teach. He believes in his heart that Jesus is present in the Eucharist. There is one problem: My husband resists the idea of becoming Catholic, of converting to this faith.
Refill Your Cup
Colleen Arnold, MD
May 20, 2026
The world’s stresses have emptied our compassion cups and left us feeling hollow. Most of us are suffering from burnout.
The Poetry of the Incarnation
Stephen Copeland
May 20, 2026
Let’s explore Francis’ image of God that he names in his “Canticle of the Creatures.” Poetry, song, art, help us to enter into the mystery
Are the Knights of Columbus Anti-Gay?
Pat McCloskey, OFM
May 20, 2026
I recently heard that the Knights of Columbus spent over $500,000 on anti-gay literature. Where is this hatred of gays coming from? Also, can my local pastor refuse me Communion at Mass if I tell him that I am a member of Call to Action?