January 2022
Saint Agnes
Like other young martyrs, the death of Saint Agnes reminds us that length of years is not a requirement for a holy life. Little is known about Saint Agnes other than that she was a martyr.
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Sharing the Word for January 21, 2022
The apostles were called to become close to Jesus so as to be able to present him accurately to others. In today’s Church, bishops are seen as successors of the apostles.
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We Are All Connected
We need the Franciscan vision of all creation singing praises to the Creator if we are to flourish in the years and centuries to come.
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Falling in Love With God
One way the Franciscan tradition should shape or influence our lives is to remind us that our relationship with God is no different than other relationships. It takes communication, time, effort, attention, and love.
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Sunshine in Your Soul
Driving on a foggy day in the valley can lead to low visibility. The normal route becomes blurred causing me to feel a little lost and panicked, so I slow down.
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Ukrainian crisis threatens peace and democracy in Europe, observers warn
Ukrainian-American Catholics warn a Russian military buildup on Ukraine's border poses a grave threat not only to that nation, but to Europe and democracy itself.
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Munich abuse report incriminates retired pope
A law firm’s report on how abuse cases were handled in the Archdiocese of Munich and Freising incriminated retired Pope Benedict XVI, with lawyers accusing him of misconduct in four cases during his tenure as Munich archbishop.