The world is a complicated and troubled place. Continuing conflicts in the Middle East. The horrors of violent acts committed by terrorists. Random shootings of innocent victims in schools, hospitals […]
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After his resurrection, Jesus entered a room full of frightened disciples who had been in hiding since his crucifixion and said, “Peace be with you (John 20:19).” These words were […]
A fear that many people have is the fear of growing old. When we are young, we cannot imagine getting old. We think that somehow we will be exempt from […]
Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week. This is the week that recalls the events of Jesus’ life that led to our salvation, reaching its culmination with the celebration […]
One of life’s continuing mysteries is the paradox of opposites. The beauty of light is revealed as it breaks through darkness. Health is better appreciated after we have been ill. […]
One day after Mass, a little boy came up to the priest, held his cell phone up and said, “Father, when I turn the voice recorder on, could you please […]
There are two kinds of house cleaning. There is the routine sweeping, scouring the kitchen and bathrooms and dusting the furniture. Then there is the radical cleaning. It includes the […]
Our lives are occasionally blessed with wonderful experiences. A beautiful time with our spouse, our children, our friends. A delicious dinner, fun-filled party or very restful vacation. Celebrations of significant […]
We live in a world of extremes. One day the hot weather is barely tolerable, the very next day it is bitingly cold. Physically we feel great in the morning […]
Most of us like to look presentable. Before we leave the house, we wash our face, brush our teeth and fix our hair. If visitors are coming over, we make […]