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Commentary

Never stop learning

June 4, 2023
By Christopher Gunty
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Amen, Amen Gunty Commentary, Commentary, Journalism

We hope the Catholic media personnel who come to Charm City this month will find the support they need to continue this important work.

Last week, I got to just be Mom

June 3, 2023
By Gretchen R. Crowe
OSV News
Filed Under: Commentary

God has a way of providing, reminding us to trust in his plan and find joy in all things.

Farewell and thank you

June 2, 2023
By Father Joseph Breighner
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Commentary, Wit & Wisdom

And I will let that be my last word: If people can accept that no one is left out of God’s love, then I will be pleased.

In June, let your garden honor the hearts of Jesus and Mary

June 1, 2023
By Margaret Rose Realy
OSV News
Filed Under: Commentary

There are many beautiful ways to commemorate the Sacred Heart of Jesus in a garden.

Question Corner: Must I make my confession at the altar, as my pastor asks?

May 30, 2023
By Jenna Marie Cooper
Filed Under: Commentary, Question Corner

You are not required to make your own confession out in the open. You can always ask your priest to hear your confession in a more discreet place.

The Beauty of Mass in the Gym

May 28, 2023
By Rita Buettner
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window

Our church is under renovation, so we will be celebrating Mass in other parish spaces for a while. What I’ve been surprised to discover is how much beauty I find in the liturgies held in our temporary spaces.

Exquisite pizza, the school year winding down, and a shopping day (7 Quick Takes)

May 28, 2023
By Rita Buettner
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window

The long holiday weekend came just when we needed it. We are limping our way to the finish line with the school year, and I’m counting down on the number of lunches I still need to pack.

In honoring anti-Catholic activists, L.A. Dodgers strike out

May 25, 2023
By Father Patrick Briscoe
Filed Under: Commentary, Sports

The Dodgers should be ashamed of themselves.

10 Easy ways to grow in your faith this summer

May 25, 2023
By Father Connor Danstrom
OSV News
Filed Under: Commentary, Feature

This year, let summer be a season of growth for you, and use these simple practices as a way to receive the grace that will bring it about.

Question Corner: Are our intentions actually remembered at the shrines we donate to?

May 24, 2023
By Jenna Marie Cooper
OSV News
Filed Under: Commentary, Question Corner

While the law is strict about avoiding any semblance of commercializing Mass intentions, it’s just as strict about ensuring that the faithful’s intentions in this context are respected as a matter of basic justice.

Sabbath: A blessing we should think about accepting

May 23, 2023
By Bishop Robert Reed
OSV News
Filed Under: Commentary

If we must live purposeful lives (and most of us must, to some extent), then it seems absolutely essential for us to reclaim the idea of Sabbath rest if we are to feel peaceful, well-adjusted and — dare I say it — sane.

Get to know St. Rita: A saint for impossible situations

May 21, 2023
By Rita Buettner
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window

I don’t usually ask St. Rita to intercede for me on ordinary problems. But every now and then, I come up against a problem that simply can’t be solved. I look at it from every angle and see no way through. That’s when I know that it’s time to take it to prayer—and it might […]

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