Jesus warns us in the Gospel of Matthew, “If anyone wishes to come after me, he must deny himself, take up his cross, and follow me.” It is an invitation to a way of life, … Read More
Inspiration – Apr 14
Once hailed with blessings and hosannas as he approached the Mount of Olives, the same God is nailed to a cross amid cries for His crucifixion. What an ironic twist of fate. What an unjust … Read More
Why does the date of Easter change every year?
Question: Why does the date of Easter change every year, while most other celebrations are celebrated on the same day? Answer: Every feast is celebrated at a certain time for a reason. Saints feast days are commonly … Read More
Ordinary Moments – Apr 21
This Easter, in churches all over the world, people will be fully initiated in the Catholic Church. Those who have come from another Christian denomination have already begun their journey with Jesus Christ. But for … Read More
Inspiration – Apr 21
Alleluia! Christ is risen! We are called, by how we live our lives, to celebrate the risen Christ. How do we do that? Our faith in the resurrection gathers us here today to celebrate this … Read More
After Lent, what can I do to continue strengthening my relationship with God and my religious practice?
Question: Lent always seems to help me renew my relationship with God and strengthen my religious practice. Do you have any suggestions as to what I could do to achieve that the rest of the year? … Read More
Ordinary Moments – Apr 7
Some celebrities do a lot to help out various causes that are meaningful to them. Sometimes they give of their time, talent, or treasure, while other times they create giving opportunities for the rest of … Read More
Inspiration – Apr 7
We are all sinners, and we all need mercy. If met with sincerity and true repentance of heart, an encounter with God’s unconditional and all-forgiving love will lead to true conversion and a new life … Read More
How do I explain holy water at the entrances of churches to my non-Catholic friends?
Question: What is holy water and how do I explain the reason that it is placed at the entrances of churches to my non-Catholic friends? Answer: Holy water is a sacramental, a reminder of the life of … Read More
Ordinary Moments – Mar 31
So you never have been that serious about a stewardship way of life? It’s not that you have been greedy or unloving toward others. You give of yourself when you determine there is a real … Read More