St. Christopher, Christ-Bearer
Christopher Heffron
August 6, 2025
This saint reminds us that, in our own way, we carry Christ on our shoulders and in our hearts across mighty rivers.
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The Beatitudes Show Us the Way Forward
Richard B. Patterson, PhD
August 5, 2025
The beatitudes present us with guidance on being a true Christian.
Gentle Service, the Solanus Way
Ela Milewska
August 5, 2025
Blessed Solanus Casey often said, “Thank God ahead of time.” Gratitude fueled his quiet service at the monastery door, where he listened, blessed, and believed for miracles.
‘Blessed Are the Peacemakers’
Richard B. Patterson, PhD
August 4, 2025
Time and again, Jesus challenged the use of violence to resolve issues.
Mary’s Openness
Martin J.P. Gianotti
August 4, 2025
When you think about Our Lady, what comes to mind? Maybe it’s her obedience, purity, or beauty. But how often do you ponder Mary’s receptivity to God–her willingness to listen?
Acutis relics a reminder for pilgrims that holiness ‘is not impossible’
Catholic News Service
August 4, 2025
Along one of Rome’s busiest streets, Via del Corso, traffic moves slowly as hundreds of pilgrims crisscross traffic on foot to get to their destination.
‘Most High Glorious God!’
Roch Niemier, OFM
August 3, 2025
If you look closely at Christ on the San Damiano Cross, as painted on this cross, you will see that it is neither a bloody body nor one twisted in anguish.
Hearts not Hoards
Ela Milewska
August 3, 2025
The Gospel today reminds us of a deeper truth: We are not defined by our possessions, but by the One who possesses us.
The True Spirit of Generosity
Shannon K. Evans
August 2, 2025
Living in a true spirit of generosity calls us to be generous with our thoughts, assumptions, interpretations, and acts of service, as well as with material possessions.
Our Family of Creation
Jack Wintz, OFM
August 2, 2025
Will we see our pets and other creatures in the next life? Only God can answer a question like this.
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