Notes from a Friar: The Theology of a Poet
June 8, 2023
Confronting Stereotypes
When I was first diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, I remember immediately jumping to the worst-case scenarios. Suddenly, I pictured images of people who were wheelchair-bound and unable to carry out many of the daily tasks that I had become so …
The Source of Peace and Unity
“Finally, brothers, rejoice. Mend your ways, encourage one another, agree with one another, live in peace, and the God of love and peace will be with you” (2 Cor 13:11). Who among us does not desire this? Whenever I hear these words, it’s as if the Spirit of God is whispering: “This is right. This is good. This is what we are made for.”
Faith and Family for June 5: Pentecost Sunday
This week we celebrate Pentecost Sunday. In the Gospel, Jesus appears to the disciples and they receive the Holy Spirit.
Holy Family Mysteries
A wife and mother offers five new mysteries of the rosary, inspired by family life.
Faith and Family for May 29: Ascension Sunday
This Sunday we mark the seventh week since the Easter resurrection of Christ. In the Gospel, Jesus prays for those on earth who continue to believe in him.
Let’s Meet in the Middle
As a parent, I’m well aware of the art of compromise. In fact, I think it’s something that most parents are well versed in.
Faith and Family for May 22: Sixth Sunday of Easter
Jesus tells the disciples that he will be leaving them soon, but says that he will send the Holy Spirit to be with them.