From the Bishops
This Holy Week, innocents are at risk
This week, as we recall the Passion, death and resurrection of Jesus, the theme of innocence has been on my... Read more
Today’s fiery furnaces
In the first reading for this Wednesday, April 9, we hear about three faithful Jews—Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego—who disobeyed the... Read more
A gathering that needs our support
This week's column is brief. But the subject matter warrants all our attention.Again this June, our nation's bishops have asked... Read more
Individual confession and Pope Francis
During the pontificate of the warrior Pope Julius II, in 1510, Martin Luther visited Rome. On entering the city, he... Read more
Euthanasia in Belgium: Its true name
In the English language, the word “Spartan” has come to mean austere. The culture of ancient Sparta was so harsh... Read more
UN committee's scolding of the Church falls flat
When the U.N. Committee on the Rights of the Child issued a Feb. 5 report criticizing the Church for her... Read more
What does 'spiritual, but not religious' really mean?
What does 'spiritual, but not religious' really mean?One of the fastest spreading phrases popping up in serious conversations is the... Read more
Catholic principles and American renewal
This is the time of year when our political leaders give their assessments about where we stand or the “state... Read more
In need of your prayers
Democracy depends on sound moral judgment. Of course, that’s true for any political system: good laws are made by good... Read more
Government must not dictate our beliefs
Anyone who has ever visited Mullen Home for the Aged and the Little Sisters of the Poor is well aware... Read more
The conclusion of the Year of Faith
On Sunday, November 24th, Pope Francis will conclude what Pope Benedict XVI began. With a Mass celebrating the Solemnity of... Read more
Pope Francis - The Reformer
This past August, two men sat and quietly discussed major issues facing the world and the Church. Rev. Antonio Spadaro... Read more
The Pope's interview
Everybody is talking about the Pope this week. All over the world, the interview he gave to some Jesuit journalists... Read more
Pope Francis and 'The Interview'
I had the gift of two unusual blessings last week. The first was a moment to greet Pope Francis in... Read more
Praying for peace
Our Holy Father Pope Francis has asked us to make this Saturday, Sept. 7, a day of prayer and fasting... Read more
Remember those denied 'dignity' of decent work, fair wages
On Labor Day, we honor the working man (and woman) and the dignity of human work. Work in God’s plan... Read more
Priesthood and the Second Vatican Council
Nearly 50 years ago, the Fathers of the Second Vatican Council issued a groundbreaking document on the Catholic priesthood.In doing... Read more
Let them be born in wonder
"Wonder is the beginning of knowledge," said Professor John Senior, "the reverent fear that beauty strikes within us."Professor Senior built... Read more
Security, immigration reform and human dignity
Americans have a right to secure borders, especially in an era of anti-American violence. We have a right to reasonably... Read more
The mission of faith
This week many of our young people are heading off on their pilgrimage to Rio de Janiero, Brazil to join... Read more
