My uncle John called his late mother-in-law “Rosebud” (her name was Rose). Entering the room with a big smile, he’d call out,…

Because the Incarnation is impossible for the human mind to fully grasp, its importance can sometimes slip from our minds. I love…

Mother’s Day is next Sunday. Sure, it’s originally the idea of the greeting card companies, but there can be no downside to…

Have you noticed how some people seem invested in ugliness? A visit to Facebook or the evening news is evidence enough. But…

“In Him we were destined by His will that we might exist for the praise of his glory.” So if you ever…

 Almsgiving is the third Lenten virtue after prayer and fasting. It’s also the most mysterious of the three. “To whom should…

This week I share my Almsgiving adventures (and misadventures). The third pillar of Lent: Alms-giving We give alms because Jesus commands us…

The words of St. Ambrose in the Office of Readings today were a shot of joy amidst the sorrow of Lent. Here’s…

I’m poor at fasting from food. Hunger doesn’t make me holy, it makes me crabby. So for now, I have to admit…

When I start feeling squirrely or dissatisfied, I know it’s because I haven’t prayed enough. Prayer is one of the three pillars…