Sharing the Word for December 10, 2021
Today’s Responsorial Psalm and its refrain present us with a challenge. The quality of our life is determined by the path that we follow. What path am I following in my life? What kind of harvest is it likely to produce?
Blessed Adolph Kolping
Concerned about the faith of single young men caught up in the industrial revolution in Germany, Blessed Adolph Kolping bucked social pressure by ministering to them. Today, the Kolping Society upholds the dignity of workers throughout the world.
Day Thirteen: A Catholic Family Advent
Around this time of year, children often lose sight of the true purpose of the Advent season—preparing to celebrate Jesus’s birth. Unfortunately they are not alone—we adults also lose our way and get caught up in the frenzy of the pre-Christmas season.
Bonds That Can’t Be Broken
In times when the greater culture cheapens and commodifies what the experience of family should be, we can look to our faith to remind us that it goes far deeper than what is presented in commercials and on billboards.
The Gifts of Advent Day 13: Love Is Greater than Things
Accidents happen during this busy season. Remember that the child or pet who was at fault is ultimately more important than the thing that got broke.
Survey: Most don’t see reasons to seek vaccine religious exemption as valid
A poll released Dec. 9 showed a strong majority of Americans don’t see the reasons for a religious exemption to the coronavirus vaccine as valid.