Imagine how different the story might have been if the women had not gone to the tomb while others slept, had not discovered the body gone, had not listened to the angels or had not run to tell the stunning news of Christ’s resurrection that changed everything.
Commentary
Church’s stance on Medjugorje/ Can we receive Communion?
Father Doyle fields questions about the Catholic Church’s position on Medjugorje and when a reconciled married couple can receive Communion.
‘Infinite sadness’ marks the loss of grand Cathedral of Notre Dame
I’ve visited the grand cathedral a few times since the late 1990s. It is an impressive place to visit and to pray.
Upon further review
I just wanted to assure you that I am still living at the cathedral rectory. I’ve been able to keep my residence. Please pray that I’ll be able to keep my sanity!
Kittens and babies
Some legislators – at the state and federal level – are so afraid of anything that acknowledges the humanity of an unborn child that they cannot imagine granting any kind of protection, even when it should be obvious.
Being present this Lent
Were we present at Jesus’ crucifixion? We were, and we are. We can place ourselves in that moment, meditating again on the tremendous sacrifice Jesus made for each of us on the cross. We were there. This Lent we are there.
The resurrection of mercy
There is no doubt that the Lord has won the victory over sin and death by his cross and resurrection. The question confronting each of us is whether or not we will participate in his victory.
Scary prayers that are good for you
Scary prayers are prayers where even the very words you say seem to convict you.
‘Unplanned’ isn’t fun to watch, but it’s necessary viewing
It’s an important movie that will challenge your thinking, even if you already consider yourself pro-life.
Bell at consecration?/ Children and same-sex marriage
Father Doyle fields questions about bells at the consecration and how to talk to children about same-sex marriage.
Of joy, and Father Jeff
Father Jeff Dauses recently gave the gift of life when he donated a kidney to a woman related to one of his parishioners at St. Andrew by the Bay in Annapolis.
Are screens becoming substitute parents?
Unfortunately, in many instances, the mother-child bond is interrupted when screens are used to placate a restless toddler.