We are Christians because we believe in the Resurrection of the Christ. We are Catholic because we believe in the Eucharist. The Eucharist is both a Sacrament...

Today we celebrate the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity. The Gospel is taken from the final verses in Matthew’s Gospel. It is the well-known (at least...

Everyone loves birthdays. Treats, like cake and ice cream, a special meal, gifts, being the center of attention, at least for a day—what’s not to like? It...

We celebrated Easter Sunday a few weeks ago, and there are two more Easter Sundays ahead of us (Ascension and Pentecost) before we return to Ordinary Time....

In this Sunday’s Gospel, I focus on Jesus’ words: “I am the true vine.” Quite simply, a vine is an organic structure nurtured by the soil, sun...

This Sunday is often referred to as “Good Shepherd Sunday” because it is a Sunday set aside to pray for vocations to the priesthood, and to pray...

Today’s Gospel takes us back to Easter Sunday. That afternoon, Jesus appeared to two of His disciples on the road to Emmaus. Jesus walked with them, explained...

In our Gospel this morning, we get a clear example of how important community is. The women and the Apostles, except Thomas, were gathered on the night...

The Easter Season—beginning on Easter Sunday and continuing for 50 days—is an opportunity for us to cultivate a spirit that defines who we are as Christians. What...