Reflections

In preparation for the Jubilee Year 2025, Pope Francis has invited the Christian community to center 2024 around the theme of prayer.

For the last years, I do not think that I have meditated on any theme more often that listening.  Most recently, the line that ends the story of the Transfiguration has attracted me. 

Ash Wednesday follows Mardi Gras – “Fat Tuesday.” The days stand out as contrasts.

When I celebrate the sacrament of reconciliation with people, my emphasis does not solely embrace God’s forgiveness of our sins of the past, but promotes God’s grace to live a better future.

The “March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom” on August 28,1963 was scheduled to include a 3-hour program of speeches and performances by various civil rights leaders.

This Christmastime has had a special character for me. Watching each of my nieces with her child has been an education.

Of all the songs associated with the Christmas season, is there any more widely known or sung than “Silent Night”? 

Are you ready for the beginning of a new liturgical year?

When we think about the celebration of Thanksgiving, one scriptural passage readily emerges from our Gospel readings.