Bishop Denis Madden reflects on the life and faith of Len Strom, a former executive director of human resources for the Archdiocese of Baltimore.

As caregivers, we are not meant to put children in a bubble to protect them from life’s bruises or faith’s struggles. We are called to help them grow in their relationship with God.

God looks at his children on Earth and knows precisely what we need. He sees who needs a little more rest, a little extra sunshine or a new opportunity – and he provides.

As the first World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly, July 25, marks the perfect opportunity to reach out to the aging individuals in your life in a special way that reassures them of your love and care.

When I saw we had four bananas that were nearing the end of their time, I decided to make banana bread—and then actually followed through.

Father Doyle fields a question about reusing religious items and another about using cremation remains for fertilizer.

“If I walk through that door, and I don’t have Berger Cookies, I don’t know what will happen,” I joked.

Even before organizers barred locals from attending events in Tokyo, managing editor Paul McMullen was lamenting the absence of fans from other nations at the Summer Olympics.

We’ve been making slushies at home, learning golf, and enjoying other summer fun.

When this pandemic is just a memory let’s keep some of the best aspects like the the virtual children’s piano recitals.