“Living as Children of God: The Holy Spirit and Our Baptismal Calling.” Today’s Epistle reminds us that the Christian life is not something we can live by our own strength. From beginning to end, it is the work of God’s … Continue reading →
When We Don’t Know How to Pray Prayer can be one of the most beautiful parts of the Christian life, but it can also be one of the most difficult. Walk into any Catholic bookstore and you will find shelves … Continue reading →
The Transforming Power of Suffering Someone once asked St. Padre Pio if the stigmata—the wounds of Christ that he bore in his own body—caused him pain. He replied, “Do you think they are just a decoration?” His answer is simple, … Continue reading →
Someone will occasionally say to me, “He’s a holy man,” or “She’s a saint.” Whenever I hear that, I’m always a little skeptical—not because I doubt that there are holy people, but because holiness is something only God can truly … Continue reading →
“Whoever loves father or mother more than Me is not worthy of Me… and whoever does not take up his cross and follow after Me is not worthy of Me.”— Matthew 10:37-38 At first hearing, today’s Gospel can sound shocking. … Continue reading →
4th Sunday After Pentecost 2026 – The Light of Christ Guides Our Way There are times when we can become overwhelmed by everything happening around us. The news cycle is relentless. The moral confusion of our age can be discouraging. … Continue reading →
One of the greatest struggles of modern life is anxiety. Our minds are constantly occupied with concerns about the future. We worry about paying our bills, providing for our families, maintaining our health, and navigating an increasingly uncertain world. The … Continue reading →
Today I give thanks to Almighty God on the 34th anniversary of my ordination to the priesthood. On June 13, 1992—the Feast of St. Anthony—I was ordained a priest for the Diocese of Providence. When people ask, “Where have the … Continue reading →
The Feast of Corpus Christi can be described in a simple way: a circle of love. I am not speaking about the circular shape of the Sacred Host itself, although the Sacred Host is truly Love Himself—Our Lord Jesus Christ, … Continue reading →
The Octave of Pentecost(to the tune of “The Twelve Days of Christmas” — Traditional Roman Rite Edition) On the first day of Pentecost,The Holy Ghost gave to me:The Church in unity. On the second day of Pentecost,The Holy Ghost gave … Continue reading →
