In this time of the liturgical year, the Church asks us to consider our eternal destinies as we celebrate the feast of All Saints, commemorate All Souls, and are encouraged to remember and pray daily for those who have died. With this in mind, I have been pondering the topic of saints and sinners, recognizing that,
What do nuclear warfare, satanic priests, and serial killers have in common? What about corrupt and evil governments usurping the rights of its people, and horrific, unjust wars wrought upon Christians by radical Muslim forces? Each of these is a very real threat in our lives today; and yet, each of these evils has seen
Mateo Cerezo. Ecce Homo. 1650 Many of us pass busily through Lent barely taking a moment to examine our lives or reflect on Christ’s life and love for us. Others feel weighed down with guilt and shame and struggle with accepting God’s forgiveness. No matter where our hearts lie this Lent, this is a time of grace for
On this Friday of the Fourth Week of Lent, I offer three of Our Lady’s messages on fasting for us to ponder. May we reflect deeply on the power God gives to our sacrifices and prayers: “The best fast is on bread and water. Through fasting and prayer one can stop wars, one can suspend
Day 34 Day of Consecration On the day of consecration, either fast, give alms, or offer a votive candle for the good of another (or all of the above); do some spiritual penance and approach consecration in the spirit of mortification. Now go to Confession (or, if that is not possible, go during the 8
Besides coordinating Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration for my parish, I am an active and sought after retreat leader, teacher and speaker in the Diocese of Wichita, as well as a writer, artist and pilgrim.
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