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More than ever, we need diocesan news media
CommentaryJournalism

More than ever, we need diocesan news media

Greg ErlandsonMay 16, 20234 min read
As the church celebrates World Communications Day May 21, I would argue that developing “membership magazines” is an incomplete assessment of what the People of God need — indeed, of what the church needs.
Eucharistic heart of Mary: Tabernacle, Monstrance and Minister
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Eucharistic heart of Mary: Tabernacle, Monstrance and Minister

Jaymie Stuart WolfeMay 16, 20234 min read
Catholics who want to grow in holiness and virtue can’t do much better than focusing on the two pillars of our spiritual treasure — the Eucharist and Mary – which anchor us as little else can.
Why Harrison Butker’s commencement address was a solid ‘goal’
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Why Harrison Butker’s commencement address was a solid ‘goal’

Father Patrick BriscoeMay 15, 20234 min read
Directly addressing today’s loneliness epidemic, the Kansas City Chiefs kicker proceeded to offer the class of 2023 some powerful countercultural advice.
Eyes on God
CommentaryThe Domestic Church

Eyes on God

Rita BuettnerMay 11, 20232 min read
When we can do nothing else, I am so grateful to be able to pray.
Does original sin need an update? Is a crucifix necessary at Mass?
CommentaryQuestion Corner

Does original sin need an update? Is a crucifix necessary at Mass?

Jenna Marie CooperMay 10, 20234 min read
The Catechism of the Catholic Church readily acknowledges that original sin is not the same as a personal choice to commit some evil act on our part.
Happy birthday to a sister extraordinaire
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Happy birthday to a sister extraordinaire

Rita BuettnerMay 9, 20233 min read
It’s my little sister’s birthday. Somehow when my other siblings have birthdays, I don’t really notice that I’m aging. When the youngest in the family turns another year older, it hits differently. Maybe, just maybe, I’m getting older after all. But no complaints here. I’m grateful for all of it. And I’m especially thankful for […]
Just a spark
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Just a spark

Christopher GuntyMay 9, 20233 min read
More than 500 people joined the Catholic Church at the Easter Vigil at their local parishes in the Archdiocese of Baltimore, a culmination of months of preparation for the sacraments of initiation, confirmation and reception into full communion with the church.
Love well to speak well: Francis’ challenge World Communications Day
Commentary

Love well to speak well: Francis’ challenge World Communications Day

Sister Hosea RupprechtMay 5, 20234 min read
World Communications Day reminds the church to embrace media technologies for the proclamation of the Gospel and the spread of goodness, and serves to educate her sons and daughters to be critical thinkers when engaging media messages.
Guide to Jesus
CommentaryWit & Wisdom

Guide to Jesus

Father Joseph BreighnerMay 4, 20232 min read
Growing up in a home without a father, I think Mary’s maternal love connected with my own mother’s love.
The consecration to Mary is worth doing badly
Commentary

The consecration to Mary is worth doing badly

Kyril WolfeMay 4, 20234 min read
In this month dedicated to Mary, I would encourage everyone to start or strengthen their own Marian devotion
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