Why is there so much violence in the world?
I write this article with a heavy heart.
We live in violent times. Some will ...
Church needs impassioned missionaries, not bureaucrats
In his Aug. 14 message to the pilgrims in St. Peter’s Square, Pope Francis spoke...
He says: We should put our son in a group home
Our son is a good candidate for an adult group home, and I think we should consi...
Lessons in mercy: A woman caught in adultery
Near the middle of the Gospel of John (8:1-11), we encounter the story of a woma...
Discussion Guide for October
Parenting Journey
What interests or strengths do you observe in your children...
What is the role of a high school president?
Over the course of the past year, Bishop Earl Boyea appointed the following indi...
Standing up for right - even when it's not convenient
Stranded on the highway for life
Grace Benz had heard about the March for Lif...
'Everyone has Christ in them' Brady's mission trip was a humbling experience
Humble. A simple, nuanced word was the term 17-year-old Brady Falor relied on to...
How can I make the most of my internship?
Be determined. If you are willing, my son, you will be taught, and if you apply ...
Catholics care. Catholics vote.
Welcome to autumn! It’s the season of colorful trees, hot apple cider, football,...
St. Faustina - Secretary of Divine Mercy
Born Helena Kowalska in the small Polish town of Lodz, St. Faustina was one of 1...
Does growth have to be painful?
Through the course of the summer months just passed, we have been journeying wit...
Deb Amato: Helping people have 'An encounter with Jesus'
Faith formation. Most of us remember attending Sunday School and catechism class...
Empowered by the Holy Spirit
I’m envious of teens today who are preparing to receive the sacrament of confirm...
What you face when you are the face of mercy
How one girl's tragic story taught me how to be more merciful
I sat on the fr...
Slow-cooker chili to break a fast
More than ever, there is a great need for healing in our world. So much so that ...
Can there be a ‘dark night’ in our relationship with God?
Some questions have come to me regarding the “dark night of the soul.” What does...
I want my younger son to step out of his brother’s shadow
Our children had diverse interests in high school, but the entire family support...
Be a "Faithful Citizen" this November
How to be a faith-filled citizen in this or any election can be difficult. The U...
Sean Costello: Educating 'The whole child' in the faith
The cost of a Catholic education can be a a huge barrier; for some, it’s an insu...
Singing is praying twice: Ciara's trip to sing at St. Peter's Basilica
For Ciara Ferris and her family, 2016 began on a high note that is still gracing...
Teen Rebecca felt the presence of God at her confirmation retreat
For Rebecca Berkemeier, still waters run deep. Any given day might find this ris...