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Commentary

Marriage of Mary and Joseph/Is it okay to attend a same-sex wedding?

November 24, 2021
By Father Kenneth Doyle
Catholic News Service
Filed Under: Commentary, Question Corner

Father Doyle fields a question about the marriage of Mary and Joseph. He also discusses attending same-sex weddings.

Christmas supply chain issues opportunity for what matters

November 23, 2021
By Anna Jones
Catholic News Service
Filed Under: Christmas, Commentary, Feature, Guest Commentary

If we can get back to the realization that Advent is fruitful because we have four weeks set aside to focus on hope in God’s promises, peace in God’s plan, joy in God’s providence, and love of the Lord and others, then maybe we’ll see it as gift of four weeks to slowly prepare for Jesus instead of a competition of liturgical living activities to complete.

This Advent, focus on presence not presents

November 23, 2021
By Katie Prejean McGrady
Catholic News Service
Filed Under: Christmas, Commentary, Feature, Guest Commentary

If we can get back to the realization that Advent is fruitful because we have four weeks set aside to focus on hope in God’s promises, peace in God’s plan, joy in God’s providence, and love of the Lord and others, then maybe we’ll see it as gift of four weeks to slowly prepare for Jesus instead of a competition of liturgical living activities to complete.

Feast of Immaculate Conception recognizes Mary’s sinless nature

November 23, 2021
By Monsignor Charles M. Mangan
Filed Under: Commentary, Guest Commentary

Mary lived virtuously by adoring her Creator, obeying his commands and serving her neighbors.

School bus worries, after-school treats, instant coffee, and more (7 Quick Takes)

November 20, 2021
By Rita Buettner
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window

I hope your week went well. I’m looking back on ours and sharing 7 Quick Takes. ~1~ The school week opened with concerns about a school bus driver strike. I tried to arrange my work schedule so I wouldn’t be far from our sons’ school in case they were stranded there and needed a ride […]

Dementia and the Eucharist/What is the nativity fast?

November 17, 2021
By Father Kenneth Doyle
Catholic News Service
Filed Under: Christmas, Commentary, Question Corner

Father Doyle fields questions about dementia and the Eucharist, and the Nativity fast.

The Miracle of Adoption

November 15, 2021
By Rita Buettner
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window

It’s one of the great wonders of adoption. Nothing is bigger than love.

Cake, chocolate, coffee, and creative gifts

November 13, 2021
By Rita Buettner
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window

Our older son turned 14 this week. Every age so far has been my favorite, and 14 is really wonderful.

An unexpected sign of God’s love

November 10, 2021
By Rita Buettner
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window

On this day in the chapel, I had the most beautiful and unexpected experience.

COVID-19 vaccine and parents’ role/Marriage and celibacy

November 9, 2021
By Father Kenneth Doyle
Catholic News Service
Filed Under: Commentary, Coronavirus, Question Corner

Father Doyle fields questions on the COVID-19 vaccine and celibacy and marriage.

The miracle we share at every Mass

November 9, 2021
By Greg Erlandson
Filed Under: Commentary, Eucharist, Guest Commentary

Much of the media coverage this year has focused on whether it will call out Catholic politicians who support abortion rights. According to the draft sent to the bishops in September and subsequently leaked to The Pillar, it does not.

The joy of praying for others

November 8, 2021
By Rita Buettner
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Commentary, The Domestic Church

We are all part of the Body of Christ. Being asked to carry an intention to Jesus on someone’s behalf is an extraordinary gift and privilege. And praying is something I can do.

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