A Gaze of Faith Theology 101 Jun 1, 2024 Contemplative prayer is first and foremost a gift, a grace. Consequently, we must receive it in humility and a poverty of spirit. Read More
How can I know when Iโm just making excuses? Ask Father Mike May 1, 2024 Letโs get to the heart of your question. There can be a real difference between an excuse and a genuine reason. Read More
Of fragments and fragmentation Kindling for the Fire May 1, 2024 These past several articles, I have reflected on various aspects of the Eucharist as we celebrate the Eucharistic Revival. Read More
Cross Walk builds faith as participants follow in Jesusโ footsteps May 1, 2024 Participants say the event brought them closer to God and helped them understand what Jesus went through on the Way of the Cross. Read More
Why did Jesus ascend into heaven? Grow as a Disciple of Jesus May 1, 2024 Can you imagine the disciplesโ emotions as they watched Jesus ascend into heaven? Read More
Blessed Memories Habits of the Heart May 1, 2024 Jesus was obedient to God the Father; he and the Father are one. Christ Jesus was obedient, and he learned obedience through his human experiences. Read More
Blessed with 150 years of Catholic education Catholic Schools May 1, 2024 The legacy of St. James and All Saints continues. Read More
Conversing with God Theology 101 Apr 1, 2024 One of the three major expressions of prayer offered to us by our Catholic Tradition is vocal prayer. Read More
Why we struggle to pause andย reflect Ask Father Mike Apr 1, 2024 We are so caught up in the need to move on to the next thing that we have lost the ability to pause. Read More
Why priestly vestments really matter Apr 1, 2024 Ultimately, these outward symbols teach us about more important interior, spiritual realities. Read More
The risen Jesus isย the source of ourย hope and joy Grow as a Disciple of Jesus Apr 1, 2024 The most profound claim of Christianity is that Jesus died, was sealed in a grave and three days later, was no longer there. Read More
The biblical basis for the sacraments at the service of communion Theology 101 Mar 1, 2024 Communion is both the source of and destiny planned for humanity. Read More
When it feels like my prayers donโt do anything Ask Father Mike Mar 1, 2024 This is a great question because it reveals you are aware of Godโs desire that we turn to him in our need. Read More
Your Lenten Weather Report Faith Matters Mar 1, 2024 Lent is a perfect time for this spiritual practice of โdiscerning the winds within.โ Read More
A Spirituality of Communion Habits of the Heart Mar 1, 2024 There are many layers of communion among persons, one layer building on another. Read More
Growing in love halfway across the world Mar 1, 2024 I learned about love in a nursing home half a world away. Read More
Solidarity Mar 1, 2024 Solidarity at its basic meaning is the unity or agreement of feeling or action among individuals with a common interest or goal. Read More
A spiritual exercise inspired byย St. Augustine Spiritual Fitness Mar 1, 2024 Let us take time to reflect on just one passage from the Confessions, as Augustine looked back on his earlier life. Read More
Jesus receives me Kindling for the Fire Mar 1, 2024 Whatโs going through your mind when you are about to receive Holy Communion? Read More
Why bread and wine? Source + Summit Mar 1, 2024 โWhat are the reasons bread and wine are used in the Eucharist?โ Read More
St. Scholastica Saint of the Month Feb 1, 2024 Twin sister of St. Benedict, she became the patron saint of the Benedictine nuns. Read More
How do I handle distractions in prayer? Ask Father Mike Jan 1, 2024 I have been trying to pray more regularly, but I keep getting so distracted. It is really frustrating. What am I doing wrong? Read More
Are you a G, a T or a B? Faith Matters Jan 1, 2024 Since we are created in Godโs image and likeness, each of us is wired for the true, the good and the beautiful. Read More
The biblical basisย for the sacraments of healing Theology 101 Jan 1, 2024 The catechism (1421) states that Jesus willed his Church to continue his mission of healing and salvation through the power of the Holy Spirit. Read More