Preparing the Upper Room

Msgr. Peter J. Vaghi February 7, 2017

By taking time to prepare our hearts before going to Mass, we find that the seed of God’s Word takes deeper root in us.

Anima Christi: A Mystical Prayer

Jack Wintz, OFM January 26, 2017

Anima Christi is a prayer that touches us on a profound level.

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American and Catholic

C. Walker Gollar January 20, 2017

I recently drove a couple hours down the highway on a great adventure. I live in an old home.

The Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial is pictured in Washington Aug. 29, 2023. As Rev. King taught, "we must confront the evils of racism and prejudice with the love of Christ," Archbishop Timothy P. Broglio of the U.S. Archdiocese for the Military Services, who is president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, said in a Jan. 10, 2024, statement ahead of Martin Luther King Jr. Day Jan. 15. (OSV News photo/Tyler Orsburn, CNS)

The Pope and the Preacher: Francis and Dr. King

Cecilia Moore, PhD January 16, 2017

Pope Francis says Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is a role model for Americans. A scholar of Black Catholic history explains why.

Ten Ways to Heal Our Nation After the Election

Franciscan Media January 12, 2017

Mr. President, tear down these walls. We, the people red, blue, or other have had at least two years of accusations, name calling, hate statements, distrust, and suspicion before November’s election.

The Trials of the Holy Family Echo Today

Jack Wintz, OFM December 2, 2016

As Christmas approaches, I’m prompted to give you my take on Nativity stories involving the Holy Family. These stories might help us all become more mindful of the poor in our midst.