How do we respond to Marian apparitions?
Quite simply, in a time of spiritual war, we are to pursue a life of prayer and repentance.
Last Word
Leaping into peace
Where to find peace in a world of trouble
Is there a man about the house?
Masculinity and the two world wars
The school of prayer
Continuing education β¦ of the spirit
A solution to the resolution
The minefield of New Yearβs resolutions.
βDem bones, dem bones, dem dry bonesβ What is our final destination?
This month, the Church encourages us to remember the dead.
The first five Saturdays
How a simple devotion can help save souls from hell.
Hospitality: The elusive gift
Can the ability to simply βhang outβ together be a gift endowed by the Holy Spirit?
Lessons from the first martyrs of Rome
These early Christians offer powerful examples of faith and courage amid a society that is hostile toward believers.
Our Diocese β¦ As I See It
Diocese of Lansing's multimedia journalist Matt Riedl reflects upon capturing the beauty he sees through his camera's lens.
Obey God! Our Lady of Lourdes and Healing
The faith and obedience of Bernadette allowed God to do great and mighty things and they continue to this very day!
Loving Phoebe
March 21 is World Down Syndrome Awareness Day
Forming Disciples
When it comes to her purpose in life, there are no questions for Catholic school theology teacher Mary Gates
Full of Grace
For Teri Sage, the Rosary is more than just a prayerβitβs a daily touchstone.
βWe are all so excited β itβs surrealβ
As their first child begins kindergarten this fall, the Koval family takes a moment to share their hopes for her future.
A Necessary Crusade for Christ
We are a Catholic school, and installing a 16-foot crucifix will remind all who visit our facilities who we are.
Words from the Father: Pope Francis Offers Thoughts on Fatherhood
"Whenever a man accepts responsibility for the life of another, in some way he becomes a father to that person.β
Our Blessed Mother: A Radiating Example of Christ
When Sophia struggles to connect with those around her, see God in her life or have faith in his plan, she turns to Mary.
Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI on the Meaning of Charity
Charity is at the heart of the Church's social doctrine.
The Heart of Catholic Education
Last week, a group of families came in to visit our school and discuss the possibility of Catholic education for their children.
βWe Are the Hands and Feet of Jesusβ
This Christmas season, the opportunities to help are plentiful.
Closing Thoughts From a Young Catholic
When I graduate from high school this spring, I have a great many opportunities in front of me.
Empowered by the Holy Spirit
Iβm envious of teens today who are preparing to receive the sacrame...
The Church is our home for forgiveness
Allow me to take this opportunity to tell you how important you are...
My best day as a priest
My assignment for writing this piece was to share some thoughts abo...