States of the Soul
Father Mark Thibodeaux
St. Ignatius of Loyola’s classic “Spiritual Exercises” has two appendices that are, in my opinion, the most insightful of...
Holy Ground
D.D. Emmons
There is a story from the aftermath of World War II about the villagers in a certain German town...
Pregnant Silences
Father Boniface Hicks
When we examine the periods of silence and the silent prayers of the priest in the Mass of the...More Features
In the Face of Death
Father Michael Barone Comments Off on In the Face of Death
The saddest thing about death is its separation. We can easily reconcile ourselves with the fact that death must... Read More
Soul Custody
Father Jeffrey Kirby Comments Off on Soul Custody
As Christians, we recognize life as a gift from God and that we are called to care for our... Read MoreColumnists
Last Things
Bishop David J. Bonnar Comments Off on Last Things
November is that time when the Church reminds us we are only here on a visit. The readings at... Read More
The Hope of John the Baptist
Father Scott Detisch Comments Off on The Hope of John the Baptist
I’ve often thought that John the Baptist ought to be regarded more seriously as a patron saint of anyone... Read MoreMore Columnists
Plans for the Final Journey
Father Ronald Patrick Raab Comments Off on Plans for the Final Journey
In the fading days of another liturgical year we reflect on end times through Scriptures, stories and predictions. As... Read More