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Saint Joseph the Worker
Pope Pius XII emphasized both Catholic devotion to Saint Joseph and the dignity of human labor when he
Our Lady of Victory
Our sovereign queen knows our situation in the midst of the mess. She sees our untouchable beauty and
Finding Delight amid the Gloom
This morning I read the opening lines of a poem by Jack Gilbert: “Sorrow everywhere. Slaughter everywhere.” But
Saint Gabriel of Our Lady of Sorrow
Disappointments, setbacks, loss, and suffering seem to define the life of Saint Gabriel of Our Lady of Sorrows.
Embracing God’s Plan
God’s will is written on our hearts and is meant to lead us to a profound peace and…
Lonely, but Never Alone
Reflect The holidays are a time of joy for many. For those who are alone, however, it is…
Can you name five mystics?
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7 Tips for Personal Prayer
April 25, 2024
How do we move beyond our busyness and listen to God’s voice?
The Life of Mother Mary
April 25, 2024
As Mary grew older, what would she have thought about her role in the story of our faith tradition? A Franciscan writer imagines just that.
Pope to Visit Asia in 2024
April 12, 2024
Pope Francis is planning to visit Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, Timor-Leste, and Singapore in September, the Vatican press office announced.