Front-row seat September 16, 2026By Rita Buettner Catholic Review Filed Under: Commentary, Feature, The Domestic Church We bring our children to Mass. We slide into the front row in hopes it will bring our children closer to God. We pray for them every day. We ask God to help us be everything they need us to be. And they do find their way.
Our mother in joy and sorrow September 13, 2026By Rita Buettner Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window Mary knows the breadth of joy and she knows the depth of sorrow. She understands how to accompany us through life’s joys and sorrows.
The gift of a smile September 5, 2026By Rita Buettner Catholic Review Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window If you knew Jeff Nattans, you must remember his smile. He was always pleasant, always upbeat, and always eager to connect with people around him.
Faith wins the crown September 2, 2026By Rita Buettner Special to the Catholic Review Filed Under: Feature, Local News, News, Schools Gianna Romero was 18 when she first learned about a scholarship opportunity through Miss Maryland. She saw Miss Bel Air out in the community and was curious about the role.
The girl on the diving board: A back-to-school reflection August 30, 2026By Rita Buettner Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window I hope whatever this new school year brings for our young people and their families, they know God is with them. And I hope they find joy in being brave.
Dolly, we will always love you August 25, 2026By Rita Buettner Catholic Review Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window As Dolly Parton once said, “I like trying to make people happy and lift people up and glorifying God. That’s my mission in life.”
A blessing on the road August 19, 2026By Rita Buettner Catholic Review Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window I was surprised. I’ve never had a car pause there so I could enter that stretch of road before. Everyone is always in a hurry.
Ryan, meet Ryan: A glimpse into record-breaking Ryan Meet-ups August 11, 2026By Rita Buettner Catholic Review Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window The idea that people named Ryan would gather together simply to celebrate sharing a name really struck me.
Two heroes: St. Ignatius and Spider-Man August 2, 2026By Rita Buettner Catholic Review Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window Whether you’ve been bitten by a radioactive spider or Ignatian spirituality, you might be called to live your life differently as a result.
Thwip! Faith lessons from Spider-Man August 2, 2026By Rita Buettner Catholic Review Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window Spider-Man can teach us a few lessons about living as Catholics. He’s committed to self-sacrifice and service to others.
A Birthday Glimpse of Heaven July 28, 2026By Rita Buettner Catholic Review Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window That room full of people singing to me brought home for me how connected we all are to one another in the Communion of Saints.blog
The Joy of a Train Ride July 21, 2026By Rita Buettner Catholic Review Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window Trains are magical, and steam locomotives are full of history. And a train ride is exhilarating.
