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Modeling the Easter Jesus
Bishop David J. Bonnar Comments Off on Modeling the Easter Jesus
One of my favorite theological professors was the Australian Jesuit Father Gerald O’Collins. For many years Father O’Collins taught fundamental theology at the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome. As a theologian, he authored many books, including “The Easter Jesus” (Longman & Todd). Every Easter I am reminded of this book, the title of which serves Read More
Focus on What Is Essential
Bishop David J. Bonnar Comments Off on Focus on What Is Essential
I remember having a trying day many years ago when I worked in the chancery in a leadership position. I shared my frustrations with a seasoned co-worker nearing the sunset of her career. She listened attentively to my angst. Then she said, “Dave, just try and focus on that which is essential.” Her words were Read More
If I Had to Do It All Over
Father Patrick M. Carrion Comments Off on If I Had to Do It All Over
If I had to do it all over again, would I? Would you do it again? Are there regrets? Probably, we all have asked ourselves or been asked by others these simple questions. The questions might be regarding a place you have visited: “Would you vacation there again?” The inquirer may be asking more for Read More
Anniversary Celebration
Bishop David J. Bonnar Comments Off on Anniversary Celebration
One of the most humbling expressions of our priesthood occurs every time we receive a new appointment from our bishop or religious superior. In a matter of weeks, we pack up our belongings and leave a familiar setting that, usually, has become home and transition to a whole new community that initially may seem foreign Read More
‘What Are You Looking For?’
Father Ronald Patrick Raab Comments Off on ‘What Are You Looking For?’
In January, on the Second Sunday of Ordinary Time, we listen to Jesus in John’s Gospel ask us a very familiar question, “What are you looking for?” This question, from the divine, is anything but ordinary. It services as a spiritual touchstone for us priests and leaders. This wellspring of grace is poured out to Read More
The Best Advent Ever
Bishop David J. Bonnar Comments Off on The Best Advent Ever
When I was a kid, I remember an article that would periodically appear in the local newspaper. The title of the article was, “Whatever became of …?” The article would ask what became of a certain person, place or thing. It is only human, I suppose, to wonder about someone or something we have not Read More
The Privilege, Joy and Burden of Preaching
Msgr. Michael Heintz Comments Off on The Privilege, Joy and Burden of Preaching
Preaching is a task and responsibility that confronts each priest, literally, on a daily basis. It is one of the more important charges given him at his ordination when he is instructed by his bishop to preach the Word “worthily and wisely.” While preaching is a great privilege and often a source of considerable joy Read More
Using Our Senses to Focus on Beauty
Dr. Jo Ann Paradise Comments Off on Using Our Senses to Focus on Beauty
Fall is my favorite time of year. It is difficult to ignore the transformation happening around me. The chill in the air, the sight of the trees, the smell and taste of pumpkin and apple cider, as well as the sound of crackling leaves under your feet, call attention to the reality that something is Read More