Providence and Vocation in ‘Father Stu’ Bishop Barron Jun 1, 2022 Mark Wahlberg’s new film “Father Stu” is one of the most theologically interesting films to come out in a long time. Read More
The Feasts of Summer Special Report Jun 1, 2022 Many of us look forward to celebrating milestones or gathering with family during the summer. Read More
Pope Thanks Those Dedicated to Promoting Life Faith in Our World Jun 1, 2022 Pope Francis thanked those who are dedicated to promoting life and defending conscientious objection. Read More
Spend Time in Eucharistic Adoration Grow as a Disciple of Jesus Jun 1, 2022 What we look at has the power to change us. Our eyes are like portals to our imagination. Read More
St. John the Baptist Saint of the Month Jun 1, 2022 The Gospel of Luke reveals John’s preordained role in salvation history. Read More
Award-Winning Nurse Says Catholic Faith Influenced Her Work in Kenya Faith in Our World Jun 1, 2022 At a school in the Turbi area in northern Kenya, children clear out by midday, and in come the parents, who are learning to read. Read More
Pondering Spiritual Fitness Jun 1, 2022 The Church needs Catholics who are intentional about withdrawing from the busyness of life. Read More
Luke Theology 101 Jun 1, 2022 St. Luke, or Luke the Evangelist, was the most prolific of the Gospel writers. Read More
Pope Prays for Texas Shooting Victims, Calls for Stricter Gun Laws Faith in Our World Jun 1, 2022 Pope Francis said it was time to say “Enough!” and enact stricter laws on gun sales. Read More
Saints’ Lives Prove God’s Love for All, Pope Says at Canonization Mass Faith in Our World Jun 1, 2022 The lives of the saints prove that holiness is not an unreachable goal accomplished by a select few. Read More
There Are No Winners in War, Everyone Loses, Pope Says Faith in Our World May 3, 2022 In war, especially the current conflict in Ukraine, no one can claim victory, because all of humanity loses, Pope Francis said. Read More
Christ’s Resurrection Brings Hope Amid ‘Easter of War,’ Pope Says Faith in Our World May 3, 2022 The joy of Christ’s resurrection is needed now more than ever. Read More
Persistence and Perseverance Spiritual Fitness May 1, 2022 As we leave church, my 18-year-old complains that the homily did not speak to him as a teenager. Read More
Barabbas Theology 101 May 1, 2022 Now on the occasion of the feast [Pilate] used to release to them one prisoner whom they requested. Read More
Dear Father Joe, Sometimes Our Faith Seems So Complicated In the Know With Father Joe May 1, 2022 We are called each day to think of and act on the word Love. Read More
Catechism Part IV Grow as a Disciple of Jesus May 1, 2022 Man may forget his Creator or hide far from his face; yet the living and true God tirelessly calls each person. Read More
St. Isidore the Farmer Saint of the Month May 1, 2022 The life of a generous, hardworking farm laborer who loved God and the land he tended is celebrated around the world as spring planting begins. Read More
Preparation and Planning Spiritual Fitness Apr 1, 2022 Whether we realize it or not, we pray from our experiences. Read More
Awaiting Court Ruling, Bishops Recommit to Pro-Life Activities Faith in Our World Apr 1, 2022 “In prayer and expectant hope that states will again be able to protect women and children from the injustice of abortion.” Read More
The Sabbath Theology 101 Apr 1, 2022 The Sabbath was entrusted to Israel to keep “as a sign of the irrevocable covenant.” Read More
Pope Consecrates Humanity, ‘Especially Russia and Ukraine,’ to Mary Faith in Our World Apr 1, 2022 Mother of God and our mother, to your Immaculate Heart we solemnly entrust and consecrate ourselves. Read More
Approach Holy Week With Prayer and Intention Apr 1, 2022 I love Holy Week. I always look forward to these days steeped in tradition. Read More
Catechism Part III Grow as a Disciple of Jesus Apr 1, 2022 We have access to a mind-blowing power – the force that spoke creation into existence. Read More
St. Benedict the Moor Saint of the Month Apr 1, 2022 St. Benedict the Moor was the renowned lay leader of the Franciscan Brothers in Palermo, Sicily, in the 16th century. Read More
Stations Remind Faithful of Christ’s Perfect Example, Depth of His Love Faith in Our World Mar 1, 2022 Lent is full of traditions that Catholics around the world take part in as they prepare to celebrate Christ’s passion. Read More