“Will that be … small, regular, or super-sized?”

In the back of my head, I have wondered why Jesus was baptized. After all, Jesus is the Son of God. He is sinless. There had to be something more.

Some time ago, I offered a reflection on “The Magi School For Seekers.” It was based on a homily Pope Francis gave, presenting the Magi as showing the path for modern-day “seekers.”

We all know the story of a young Jesus who amazed the learned rabbis in the temple.

“The scandal of the manger” – A  New Year’s “mindwalk” using the words of Pope Francis.

Some words stay with you for a lifetime! Sometimes front and center. Other times, they sit just beneath the surface… like a quiet motor doing its job unnoticed.

I see… and read… many posts asking “Why I Am (Not) a Catholic.” I also hear of former Vocation Directors saying that this time must be a tough time for Vocation Directors.

The editors of Commonweal caught my attention! The editorial titled “Advent in a Time of War” pointed to a contradiction I had never thought of.

Either hopefully conveys a space where people feel comfortable in talking with friends that matter, about things that matter.

St. Vincent placed great importance on what he called “Repetition of Prayer.”