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Amen Matysek Commentary

‘Moo like a cow’

October 20, 2022
By George P. Matysek Jr.
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Amen, Amen Matysek Commentary, Commentary, Feature

There is beauty and power in proclaiming our beliefs together in community worship.

Baltimore’s strongman

July 5, 2022
By George P. Matysek Jr.
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Amen, Amen Matysek Commentary, Arts & Culture, Commentary, Feature

Antone Matysek’s most-famous stunt, which he performed on the Vaudeville stage, was hoisting three men over his head with one arm as they pedaled vainly on a custom-made bicycle outfitted with added weights.

‘Full of grace’

December 2, 2021
By George P. Matysek Jr.
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Amen, Amen Matysek Commentary, Christmas, Commentary, Feature, Saints

We can never be the kind of missionary disciples our church needs if our lives are not set apart. For us to attract others to Christ, people must notice something different in us – a joy, a goodness and a love for God and others that makes people want to know more about what it means to be a Christian and how they, too, can encounter Christ.

The gift of time

January 4, 2021
By George P. Matysek Jr.
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Amen, Amen Matysek Commentary, Christmas, Commentary, Feature, Marriage & Family Life, Parenting

As we watch our children grow up right before our eyes, we are reminded that time is limited and precious.

In the footsteps of St. Isaac Jogues

April 2, 2020
By George P. Matysek Jr.
Catholic Review
Filed Under: #IamCatholic, Amen, Amen Matysek Commentary, Commentary, Coronavirus

We can find solace in knowing that holy people such as St. Isaac Jogues have also been separated from reception of the Blessed Sacrament. Maybe we can find courage and perseverance in their example.

The more, the merrier

December 10, 2019
By George P. Matysek Jr.
Filed Under: #IamCatholic, Advent, Amen, Amen Matysek Commentary, Commentary, Marriage & Family Life, Parenting

As the Christmas season approaches, George Matysek shares the joys of having five children age 5 and under.

Spring cleaning with the ‘Trash Bashers’

April 30, 2019
By George P. Matysek Jr.
Filed Under: #IamCatholic, Amen, Amen Matysek Commentary, Commentary, Feature

The Trash Bashers of St. Mary of the Assumption in Govans take pride in their attempts to beautify York Road.

Amen: Love and sex in a poisonous culture

April 11, 2017
By George P. Matysek Jr.
Filed Under: Amen, Amen Matysek Commentary, Campus Ministry, Commentary, Marriage & Family Life, Young Adult Ministry

“People really want to be challenged to be better than even they think they can be,” Father Matthew Buening said.

Amen: Can Big Brother make you virtuous?

February 9, 2017
By George P. Matysek Jr.
Filed Under: Amen, Amen Matysek Commentary, Commentary

A government can’t make its citizens virtuous by bribing them or threatening them with punishment.

Amen: Transform young hearts into places of prayer

November 29, 2016
By George P. Matysek Jr.
Filed Under: Amen, Amen Matysek Commentary, Commentary, Marriage & Family Life

Praying with young children doesn’t have to be intimidating. There are moments throughout the day that can be turned into opportunities to teach little ones about God.

Amen: Jesus misses you

August 30, 2016
By George P. Matysek Jr.
Filed Under: Amen, Amen Matysek Commentary, Baltimore Basilica, Commentary

Eucharistic adoration at the Baltimore Basilica is in trouble. See what you can do to help – and grow closer to Christ.

Amen: Daddy-daughter time

March 8, 2016
By George P. Matysek Jr.
Filed Under: Amen, Amen Matysek Commentary, Commentary

‘Woof-woofs,’ polkas and prayers offer life lessons for father of 15-month-old girl.

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