Saint Junípero Serra’s Camino

Stephen J. Binz June 1, 2020

Pilgrimages may seem out of reach. California’s 21 missions bring this holy journey close to home. Enjoy Junípero Serra’s Camino.

San Antonio Winery: A Faith-based Business

Greg Heffernan June 1, 2020

San Antonio Winery was founded in the City of Angels in 1917 by Santo Cambianica, an immigrant from the Lombardy region of Italy. He dedicated his business to his patron saint from Padua.

Sharing the Word for June 1, 2020 – Ninth Week in Ordinary Time – Year 2

Clifford Hennings, OFM June 1, 2020

Those baptized in Christ are made members of his body. We are made sharers in his divine life, and brothers and sisters to one another. In this way, the mother of Christ is our mother.

Prayers for the Dying: A Meditation for Lent

Jim Van Vurst, OFM May 31, 2020

For me, visiting a dying person is a special, graced-filled moment because I am so much aware of the loving care the Church gives to one about to enter eternity.

Our Common Roots: Catholic-Jewish Relations Today

Pat McCloskey, OFM May 31, 2020

Nothing is more crucial for Catholic-Jewish dialogue today than finding the truth about the Holy See’s actions toward Jews before and during World War II.

10 Influential Catholics

Christopher M. Bellitto, PhD May 30, 2020

In celebration of their holiness, virtue, and influence, here is a Top Ten list of saints who substantially shaped the face of the Catholic Church.

‘Consubstantial’ Explained

Pat McCloskey, OFM May 30, 2020

What exactly does consubstantial mean, and by what authority was it inserted into the Nicene Creed?

Was Mary a Virgin During Childbirth?

Pat McCloskey, OFM May 30, 2020

From time to time, I have heard the expression that Mary, the mother of Jesus, was a virgin in partu. What does this term mean?

Beyond Sticks and Stones

Jennie Withers May 30, 2020

His name is Ismael, which means “May God hear. ” It is an appropriate name for this 15-year-old young man of slight build, whose warm smile and lively brown eyes reveal he has wisdom to share.