Spirituality
Readings of the Holy Mass – Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Read, listen to or watch videos of the Mass readings with these resources from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, using the New American Bible, Revised Edition.
Jesus shakes our complacency into actions of mercy
In the story of the Good Samaritan, Christ calls us to go beyond what is expected and help not an enemy but a human being in need of help, write Msgr. Joseph Prior.
Learning to see again, in ‘Things Seen and Unseen’
Literature such as Catholic poet Jeannine Marie Pitas' new collection humbles us by revealing the extraordinary in our mundane midst, and attunes us to our need.
Readings of the Holy Mass – Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Read, listen to or watch videos of the Mass readings with these resources from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, using the New American Bible, Revised Edition.
Jesus sends disciples on mission to help world in distress
People are sending out an SOS, reflected in our polarized culture, but Jesus sends us out to extend his invitation to peace and life, writes Msgr. Joseph Prior.
Readings of the Holy Mass – Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Read, listen to or watch videos of the Mass readings with these resources from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, using the New American Bible, Revised Edition.
Jesus calls us to be ready, and determined, to follow him
Just as Jesus was resolute in facing the cross, so must we be committed to walking in the way of the Savior, writes Msgr. Joseph Prior.
The homily: Minutes to connect Scripture and daily life
For most Catholics, the pulpit offers the only chance for a true pastoral exhortation, making good homilies all the more important, writes Greg Erlandson.
Readings of the Holy Mass – Corpus Christi
Read, listen to or watch videos of the Mass readings with these resources from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, using the New American Bible, Revised Edition.
In his body and blood, Jesus offers his real presence
The nourishment of the Eucharist strengthens us for the life of love, and we share in Christ's offering to become his instruments of charity and peace in the world today.