Spirituality
Seven ways to change the world (or at least make a start)
Large-scale issues such as racism and crisis-driven immigration can overwhelm the average person, writes Gina Christian. Yet there are simple steps we can take to bring the kingdom of God to our corner of the earth.
Nation in turmoil hungers for God, who gives us himself
Reflecting on the hunger for healing of racism, Msgr. Joseph Prior explains the how the body and blood of Christ strengthens us and our communion with one another.
Readings of the Holy Mass – Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ
Read or listen to the readings before Mass with these resources from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, using the New American Bible, Revised Edition.
Given attendance limits, can 11 Masses be celebrated?
While canon law permits multiple Masses, the toll on priests is high, writes Father Ken Doyle in answer to a parishioner's question. He also addresses burial at sea.
To see the Trinity, look at Jesus
Christ is the face of the incomprehensibly loving God of three Persons, writes Msgr. Joseph Prior. Through Jesus, we enter into this profound mystery as children of the Father.
Readings of the Holy Mass – Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity
Read or listen to the readings before Mass with these resources from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, using the New American Bible, Revised Edition.
A moment of many fires
The killing of George Floyd and the protests it has sparked force us to confront ourselves, each other and the Holy Spirit, writes Gina Christian.
God waits in mystery beneath our feet
As Patrick Walsh drove down a road flanked by trees and fields, he was reminded of what glories lie beneath our creation, and the glory of God's love in all creation.
Like wind in sails, Holy Spirit moves the church
Msgr. Joseph Prior reflects on the readings for Pentecost Sunday with the image of a sail boat catching the wind that animates the communion of people.
Readings of the Holy Mass: Pentecost Sunday
Read or listen to the readings before Mass with these resources from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, using the New American Bible, Revised Edition.