Friday, March 22, 20240648Every day we are blessed with an abundance of generosity from God — things both seen and unseen. He gives these things to us even when we don’t see or feel them. Because we are His creatures, God is constantly pasturing us and drawing us closer so that we recognize the many gifts with which He surrounds us. It is our responsibility...
Monday, March 11, 20240213Carl Bohman trains young people in his rural southeastern Indiana parish how to assist at Mass as altar servers, much like adult volunteers do in parishes across the Indianapolis Archdiocese. But Bohman doesn't just instruct them. He serves at Mass alongside them -- and in the process shows them his deep love for the Eucharist, hopefully...
Thursday, February 22, 20240683As Catholic priests, there are certain activities and rituals that we carry out as part of our priestly duties, functions, and ministry. These functions include celebrating the Mass, hearing confessions, giving a homily/reflection, praying the Liturgy of the Hours, etc. These are functions or activities that we carry out mostly on a...
Thursday, January 11, 20240243It may seem insignificant to some, but praying the rosary every day is huge in the eyes of God, Pope Francis told an association of laywomen dedicated to the Holy Family and prayer.
Monday, January 8, 20240271A record number of attendees gathered at the Jan. 1-5 SEEK24 conference in downtown St. Louis, with excitement already mounting for the 2025 conference.
Monday, January 8, 20240290In the Sistine Chapel, where popes are elected, Pope Francis baptized 16 infants, who, he said, "give us the witness of how to receive the faith: with innocence and with an open heart."
Friday, January 5, 20240270The first canonized saint born in the U.S. is nearing her 250th birthday -- and she's more relevant than ever, said the executive director of her national shrine.
Sunday, December 3, 20230472In a special way during Advent, we unite ourselves in prayer with the sentiments of the Blessed Mother who in silent waiting carried the hidden Savior within her womb for nine months. Mary in turn intercedes for us, as faith, hope, and joy are born again in our hearts as we wait expectantly for the birth of her Son.
Monday, November 20, 20230791One of the most anticipated holidays in America is Thanksgiving. The fourth Thursday of November every year (and its accompanying weekend) is eagerly anticipated, not only because it is a holiday set aside for a day called Thanksgiving Day, but also because it gives the opportunity for many people to rest and be with family or friends...
