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Commentary

Pieces in the puzzle

July 14, 2020
By Father Joseph Breighner
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Commentary, Wit & Wisdom

There are no unimportant people in the world. We are all important to God and to life.

Friendships help us discover Christ

July 12, 2020
By Father Ed Dougherty, M.M.
Syndicated Columnist
Filed Under: Commentary, Light One Candle

No matter the circumstances, friendship is not just an experience of enjoying the company of others. At its best, friendship is an opportunity to discover Christ.

A new look, an old calendar, Tropical Storm Fay and more (7 Quick Takes)

July 11, 2020
By Rita Buettner
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window

Notice anything different? The website has been redesigned, so 7 Quick Takes has a new look.

A sign that God loves us

July 8, 2020
By Rita Buettner
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window

How deep is the love of our Father in heaven that He gives us so many little gifts—sweet or salty or amusing or loving—throughout the day. Sometimes it’s just a matter of recognizing that He’s in each and every one.

Mother Lange – pray for us

July 7, 2020
By Archbishop William E. Lori
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Charity in Truth, Commentary, Racial Justice

It is a good time for us to remember the blessing we have here in Baltimore by turning to Servant of God, Mother Mary Lange, as never before.

Forgiveness of ‘many’ or ‘all’?/ Divorce, remarriage and Communion

July 7, 2020
By Father Kenneth Doyle
Catholic News Service
Filed Under: Commentary, Question Corner

Father Kenneth Doyle fields questions about language at the consecration and divorce, remarriage and Communion.

Good fun with badminton, cooking and cutting hair at home, and more (7 Quick Takes)

July 3, 2020
By Rita Buettner
Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window

We kicked off summer by ordering a badminton set, and it arrived this week. Our boys are quickly mastering the sport and surpassing me in skill.

Finches and freedom

July 2, 2020
By Rita Buettner
Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window

Freedom is a God-given gift for each of us, given to be used not just to let us grow and thrive, but to let us act and serve out of love for others around us.

Welcome to July

June 30, 2020
By Rita Buettner
Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window

July is my favorite month of the year. I love the fullness of the heat and the humidity.

A Farewell to the Institute of Notre Dame

June 30, 2020
By Maura McCarthy
Filed Under: Amen, Blog, Commentary

Never again will a young woman have the opportunity to have a high school experience like mine, writes guest columnist Maura McCarthy.

Why “What are the Bishops Doing About it?” is the Wrong Question

June 27, 2020
By Bishop Robert Barron
Syndicated Columnist
Filed Under: Commentary, Racial Justice, Word on Fire

Great Catholic lawyers, great Catholic politicians, great Catholic university professors, great Catholic physicians and nurses, great Catholic investors and financiers, great Catholic law enforcement officers, great Catholic writers and critics, great Catholic entertainers, each in his or her special area of competence, is meant to bring Christ to the society and the culture.

Our first grill, a car parade from afar, a 49th anniversary gift, and birdcage liner (7 Quick Takes)

June 26, 2020
By Rita Buettner
Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window

In the excitement about getting pet birds, I have failed to acknowledge another significant change for our family. We got a grill.

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