Spirituality
Why did the Catholic rule on cremation change?
The policy allowing cremation went into effect almost 60 years ago, although burial of the deceased is still preferred, Father Ken Doyle explains to a reader in his Q & A.
Readings of the Holy Mass – Sixth 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.
Hope of Jesus’ resurrection is our key to faith
Faith provides hope which helps Christians deal with the sufferings in life and propels us forward through death to resurrection, the fullness of life, writes Msgr. Joseph Prior.
Finding our true selves in Jesus Christ
St. Joan of Arc didn't have a passport (or even a last name), but she knew who she really was -- an assurance needed more than ever amid so many modern labels for the human person, writes Gina Christian.
You are the beloved one of God
Writer Kim Griffin explores how a child's love for his baby sister mirrors how God loves each of us for who we are as his children, not for the lies we tell ourselves.
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.