Spirituality
Readings of the Holy Mass – Sunday of Divine Mercy
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.
Life brings challenges of doubt, yet the risen Jesus brings peace
Msgr. Joseph Prior explains the readings for the Second Sunday of Easter which show that Jesus, risen from the dead, invites us to believe in him as Lord and God, even without seeing him.
You know you’re absolved, but you don’t feel forgiven
A reader can't shake the feeling that even after going to confession, forgiveness for procuring an abortion is hard to find. Father Ken Doyle offers reassurance that God is a loving Father eager to welcome the return of his child.
Easter invites us to rejoice, to reflect and to renew the world
In this package of articles from our partner Catholic News Service, we explore the feast of the Resurrection through the lens of history, Scripture, personal reflection and ethnic traditions.
The evolution of Easter observances
The central celebration of the Christian faith was a controversial one for early Christians, who struggled to assign it a date and a season of preparation. Throughout medieval and modern times, the feast of the Resurrection has continued to develop in new and meaningful ways.
Easter reminds us of our call to share the Gospel message
The joy of the Resurrection leads us to share our individual experiences of Christ's love with others. This mission does not require advanced training or perfect performance, but only a willing and grateful heart.
Scripture provides the road map to Emmaus
After Jesus' death, two disillusioned disciples encountered the risen Lord as a mysterious stranger who revealed himself to them through Scripture and the breaking of the bread. Their experience forms the pattern of the Mass, where the word prepares us to meet Christ in the Eucharist.
We can’t keep from singing alleluia forever
After a long Lent without this joyous Hebrew word, the miracle of Easter allows us to exult with the angels at Christ's resurrection.
How to make pisanki, or Polish Easter eggs
The delicate art of decorating an ancient symbol of the Resurrection emerged in Eastern Europe, including Poland. The tradition, which includes a number of variations, remains a vibrant one in the United States.
A recipe for Easter placek, the traditional Polish bread
The rich, sweet loaf is a Slavic Easter tradition that recalls the new beginning offered by Christ's resurrection from the dead.