When you wake up in the morning, whose voice is the first one you listen to? Your own? Someone else’s? Or God? We all listen to someone and follow some sort of guidelines and principles. … Read More
What is the responsibility of a Godparent?
Responsibility of a Godparent Question: As the godfather for my niece, what must I do as she grows up? Are there specific responsibilities I have? Answer: The biggest responsibility you have as a godparent is to set … Read More
Ordinary Moments – Apr 26
Mean What You Say Missouri is known as the “Show Me” state. There seem to be differing points of view as to how this motto came into existence, but today it is said to speak … Read More
Inspiration – Apr 26
Is God a real Being for you or simply an idea to be entertained? Often, we reduce God to a set of ideas, theories, and principles and neglect to see Him as the One who … Read More
What does it mean to discern a vocation?
Discerning Vocations Question: What does it mean to discern a vocation? Answer: The word vocation comes from the Latin word vocare, meaning “to call.” A vocation is a calling or invitation from God to serve in a … Read More
Ordinary Moments – Apr 19
Give Yourself Completely The early days of the first Christian community were not easy by any measurement. Jesus had been executed, and his disciples had to be discreet so as not to meet a similar … Read More
Inspiration – Apr 19
Have you ever experienced awe? Awe is commonly defined as a feeling of reverential respect mixed with fear or wonder. A moment of awe has the ability to lift us up out of ourselves and … Read More
Does repeating the same sins, mean a lack intention to amend my life?
Question: If I go to the Sacrament of Penance and end up repeating the same sins, does that mean I do not have a strong enough intention to amend my life? Answer: There is a popular expression … Read More
Ordinary Moments – Apr 12
Come to Christ Life is perhaps God’s greatest gift to each of us. Without life, we would be unable to experience all the wonder of this world, the love of family and friends, and the … Read More
Inspiration – Apr 12
Our world wants us to believe that life is only what we make of it. Today, we realize how untrue that is. Life is ultimately about what God makes of it, and the resurrection of … Read More