Spirituality
Readings of the Holy Mass – Fifth 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.
Humility enables us to answer God’s call to service
We all have a part in God's plan, writes Msgr. Joseph Prior on this Sunday's readings. The roles are varied and valuable, and we have the chance to respond: “Here I am, Lord, send me.”
Heartfelt prayers from St. Hubert students
The Bambies began National Catholic Schools Week (Jan. 30-Feb. 5) by praying in their own words to the Lord who offers "solace and strength."
The mighty, mysterious work of the Spirit
No matter how wounded or lost, the human heart can't escape the relentless mercy of the Holy Spirit, who seeks us in the very depths of our being, writes Gina Christian.
Readings of the Holy Mass – Fourth 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.
How to deal with rejection: Be rooted in God’s love
From the beginning of Jesus' ministry he met with acceptance but also with threats on his life. Msgr. Joseph Prior explains how Jesus' relationship of trust and love with the Father strengthens him, and us.
Preaching must awaken souls, not put them to sleep, pope says
Preaching long, spiritually empty homilies can reduce the Word of God to a mere set of abstract concepts that fail to awaken one's soul, Pope Francis said, reflecting on the Gospel passage of Jesus preaching for the first time.
The mean streets cry out for the Gospel of hope
An interview with teen victims of the city's gun violence crisis reminds Gina Christian how desperately the world needs the Good News, which believers in Christ must share with all.
Readings of the Holy Mass – Third 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.
Gospels tell the good news of God’s action among us
Msgr. Joseph Prior explains how this Sunday's Gospel, like the week previous and those to follow, detail Jesus' saving acts and words among all people, which is good news indeed for us today.