Jesus observes the widow contributing from her poverty Mark 12:38-44 In the course of his teaching Jesus said to the crowds, “Beware the scribes, who like to… Read more “Contributing From Our Poverty”
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It’s Election Day. God Bless America!
Voters in New York Today is election day for America. Thanks be to God it’s nearly over. But, seriously, it feels great to be an American on… Read more “It’s Election Day. God Bless America!”
All Souls’ Day
Today, November 2, is the Feast of All Souls. Wisdom 3:1-9 The souls of the righteous are in the hand of God, and no torment shall touch… Read more “All Souls’ Day”
All Saints Day
Today, November 1, is All Saints Day. One of the wonderful things about the Catholic faith is that it has attracted to it so many from so… Read more “All Saints Day”
Take Courage. Rise Up. Jesus Is Calling You.
Mark 10:46-52 As Jesus was leaving Jericho with his disciples and a sizeable crowd, Bartimaeus, a blind man, the son of Timaeus, sat by the roadside begging.… Read more “Take Courage. Rise Up. Jesus Is Calling You.”
Harris Says No Religious Exemptions on Abortion
Kamala Harris In an interview on Tuesday with Hallie Jackson of NBC News, Kamala Harris answered a question about exemptions for health care workers and institutions that… Read more “Harris Says No Religious Exemptions on Abortion”
Pope Francis Canonizes 14 New Saints
The Martyrs of Damascus Yesterday, October 20, Pope Francis canonized fourteen new saints. Among those canonized were three founders of religious orders and the eleven Martyrs of… Read more “Pope Francis Canonizes 14 New Saints”
The Jesus With No Wounds
First Reading: Isaiah 53:10-11 The LORD was pleased to crush him in infirmity. If he gives his life as an offering for sin, he shall see his… Read more “The Jesus With No Wounds”
Prayer for 9/11
This was the prayer offered by Pope Benedict XVI on April 20, 2008 during his visit to Ground Zero in New York City: O God of love,… Read more “Prayer for 9/11”
Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
John 6:1-15 Jesus went across the Sea of Galilee. A large crowd followed him, because they saw the signs he was performing on the sick. Jesus went… Read more “Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time”
Thoughts and Prayers for the Faithful 