Spirituality
‘The hand of the Lord’ feeds, cares for us with abundance
Msgr. Joseph Prior explains this Sunday's Mass readings as they begin the Bread of Life Discourse, in which Jesus offers people food and ultimately himself, so that we "taste and see the goodness of the Lord."
Readings of the Holy Mass – Seventeenth 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.
Appreciating the Mass, in any language
With the recent news on the Latin Mass, it is clear to Greg Erlandson that care should be taken in celebrating the post-Vatican II liturgy, and lay people should be better educated in its history and its mysteries.
Jesus the shepherd leads us through our deserts to better place
In trying times like these we realize our need for a shepherd, comments Msgr. Joseph Prior on this Sunday's readings for Mass. The Lord guides us through difficult situations into the light of life, resurrection.
A love that makes the miles melt
St. Kateri Tekakwitha walked some 200 miles to reach the Catholic mission that became her home, but the steps of that arduous journey were sped by her steadfast desire for Christ.
Mystery of Christ’s presence in the Eucharist inspires daily life for many
A revival of appreciation for the Blessed Sacrament is spreading across the U.S. as theologians and everyday Catholics explain their love for Christ present in the Eucharist. "I can't fix any problems, but I know who can," said one prayerful adorer.
Christian world view: Trust in God and his love for everyone
Explaining the Scripture readings for this Sunday's Mass, Msgr. Joseph Prior invites us to consider Jesus' way of looking at the world, and to give thanks that he leads us to the Father.
Readings of the Holy Mass – Sixteenth 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.
The real lesson of the violin
Taking up one of the hardest instruments to play later in life can be a challenge, writes Deacon Lou Malfara. But the struggle is worth the beauty, just as suffering can lead to God-given joy.
Behold, and be changed
Scattered throughout Scripture is a constant call to look unto the Lord -- and what we see will transform us forever, writes Gina Christian.