Facebook has demonetized the Christian satire site The Babylon Bee, accusing The Bee of inciting violence with a satirical article about Sen. Mazie Hirono (D-HI) demanding that… Read more “Facebook Continues Its Censoring Ways”
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Burning Churches
Two Catholic churches were burned in Santiago, Chile during violence that erupted during the later hours of October 18, a day many spent peacefully celebrating the one-year… Read more “Burning Churches”
Church Marries Young Couple to Settle Immigration Issue
Here is a link to the article in the East Tennessee Catholic about my daughter, Genevieve, and her now husband, Felix Yu. Genevieve and Felix faced a… Read more “Church Marries Young Couple to Settle Immigration Issue”
St. Ignatius of Antioch
Today, October 17, is the Memorial of St. Ignatius of Antioch, bishop and martyr. St. Ignatius was the successor of St. Peter as bishop of Antioch in… Read more “St. Ignatius of Antioch”
For a People to Be Free, They Must Be Well Informed
Two developments this week ought to raise concerns among Americans, especially in light of the upcoming election. The first is the revelation, reported by the New York… Read more “For a People to Be Free, They Must Be Well Informed”
My Latest Column for the East Tennessee Catholic
Here is the link to my latest column for the East Tennessee Catholic newspaper. Be Christ for all. Bring Christ to all. See Christ in all.
ACB is Poise Under Pressure
If nothing else can be said about Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett, one thing is certain is that she is a brilliant legal mind. For hours… Read more “ACB is Poise Under Pressure”
Every Knee Shall Bow
Each month, when the deacon candidates meet for our training, one of the candidates takes responsibility for leading the group in morning or evening prayer, from Friday… Read more “Every Knee Shall Bow”
Take Refuge in the Lord
Morning prayer for yesterday, October 11, included the recitation of Psalm 118. What stood out for me from the psalm was the exhortation: “It is better to… Read more “Take Refuge in the Lord”
Carlo Acutis to Be Beatified
I am on my way to Christ, Prince of Peace Retreat Center for our monthly training for the diaconate, but I wanted to share some joyful news… Read more “Carlo Acutis to Be Beatified”