At Mass, We Desire the Mercy Which Is Found in Jesus
The Eucharist! It is a great “thanksgiving.” Jesus’ sacrificial offering was a thanksgiving to the Father.
From the Bishop
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ
Planned Parenthood and other organizations have begun seeking signatures for a petition to put a serious matter on our state ballot this fall.
My Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ
“Stir up one another to love and good works.” This Scripture text from the Letter to the Hebrews is a call to discipleship.
In Thanksgiving for the Gift of the Eucharist
That Thursday night at table before the crucifixion of Jesus is what we call the Last Supper.
We Are All Members of the Household of Faith
We never worship God alone. Rather, it is as the Body of Christ, the Assembly, that we act with Jesus as our Head.
Disciples Together On the Way
During this coming year, we plan on offering weekly themes and practices to help all of us become better disciples of Jesus Christ.
Mission Is the Most Important Part of Realignment Process
Well, the Realignment of Resources for Mission Committee, after a long two years of hard work, has presented to me their recommendations for our diocese.
Bishop Boyea's Year of the Bible
The following reflections from the bishop cover the chapters we’ll be reading from the end of October through the end of November.
Are We ‘Fully Conscious and Active’ During Mass?
Looking back with an “end-of-the-year” mind-set, what have we learned?
Communion, Participation and Mission – Synodality!
Synodality! This is one of Pope Francis’ favorite words.
Scripture in the Sacred Liturgy After the Second Vatican Council
Pope St. Paul VI, a great lover of Scripture, hoped for this increased usage of Scripture in the Mass.
A Scriptural Rosary
Add another layer of Scripture into your prayer life.
An Exercise on Love
Let’s engage in an exercise about love.
Bishop Boyea's Year of the Bible
Bishop Boyea invites us to enter into a closer relationship with the Lord through hearing him in the words of Scripture.
Sharing Scripture with Children
It can be difficult to know where to begin. A few helpful tips for getting started.
As Catholics, We are in Communion with One Another
Welcome back to church!
Bishop Boyea's Year of the Bible
Here in the middle of July, we are going to take a break from Genesis, which we have just finished, and Exodus, which we will soon start.
Pondering Scripture as a Family
How to prayerfully read Scripture with a child.
The Participation of the Laity in the Prophetic Mission of Christ
What is meant by this word “prophet”?
Using Scripture in Spiritual Warfare
When St. Paul wrote to the Ephesians, he signed off his letter with this reminder: “Our struggle is not against enemies of blood and flesh,” he says, “but against … the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places.”
Seeking New Ways to Bring Christ to Others and to Bring Others to Christ
The Vatican issued a document last summer, “The Pastoral Conversion of the Parish Community in the Service of the Evangelizing Mission of the Church.”
The Blessing of Parents
Writing about this is a bit unusual for me, but here goes.
Bishop’s Year of the Bible
Bishop Boyea invites us to enter into a closer relationship with the Lord through hearing him in the words of Scripture.
From death to life – Happy Easter!
The dead one has risen!
Bishop’s Year of the Bible
Bishop Boyea invites you to join thousands of others in the diocese in our year-long reading of the Bible. Join anytime!