What's the source of Easter energy? When Cardinal Keeler said daily Mass in the mornings at the Basilica, he would say that "we are treated to the book of Acts during Easter." This was a "treat" to read in place of the Old Testament readings because we get to see the resurrection power exhibited … [Read more...] about Easter Energy
Grief about a bigger fire
The news of Notre Dame Cathedral is hard to absorb, so momentous and tragic a loss it is of one of the greatest legacies of Christendom. Yet we also recognize a tragic irony in the event. A Wall Street Journal editorial said, “The importance of Notre Dame as a religious, cultural and political … [Read more...] about Grief about a bigger fire
What the asclepius means for you
Did you ever wonder what the universal medical symbol means? I'm thinking of the symbol that has one (or two) snakes wrapped around a staff--we see it on most ambulances and on other medical material. This is called an asclepius--named for the god of Greek mythology who became a … [Read more...] about What the asclepius means for you
Living Water in Lent
Was the prophecy of water flowing out of the temple ever fulfilled? Here's an important reading from Mass this week:The angel brought me, Ezekiel, back to the entrance of the temple of the LORD, and I saw water flowing out from beneath the threshold of the temple toward the east.Wherever the river … [Read more...] about Living Water in Lent
Recognizing Riches in Lent
You may have heard it said, "You can't out-give God." In other words, whenever you give something up for the Lord, you get more in return. But it is possible to fail to recognize the depth of his riches when they're offered. This brings us to Lent, which is a time to appreciate the depth of … [Read more...] about Recognizing Riches in Lent
Newman and your personal mission
Dear Parishioners and Friends, Happy feast of Blessed John Henry Newman. It should be a truism that In order to share the gospel with others, you need to first be able to receive the gospel for yourself. Yet the Accuser -- the enemy of souls -- would have you believe the lie that you are a … [Read more...] about Newman and your personal mission