commeNTARY Commentary Give alms and financially fast this Lent Phil LenahanFebruary 29, 20244 min read Generosity is a key part of our Christian journey, having a direct impact on our relationship with God and neighbor. CommentaryQuestion Corner Question Corner: Are you relieved of the duty to attend Mass on Sunday at a certain age? Jenna Marie CooperFebruary 28, 20244 min read An 80-something Catholic in good health who was capable of physically traveling to Mass would be just as bound to observe the Sunday obligation as their younger counterparts. AmenAmen Matysek CommentaryCommentaryFeatureMarriage & Family Life Love makes room George P. Matysek Jr.February 26, 20243 min read Managing Editor George Matysek Jr. shares some personal reflections on welcoming a sixth child to his family. CommentaryLent ‘You will never wash my feet!’ Greg ErlandsonFebruary 26, 20244 min read In our highly polarized society that has divided everyone into “us” and “them,” the apparent incompatibility of the washer and the washee is exactly the point of the ad. Commentary What is ‘Catholic Enough?’ Elizabeth ScaliaFebruary 23, 20245 min read It’s a tricky but necessary thing to take time to sit quietly before the Lord while also putting your time and talent into service for Christ’s sake. BlogCommentaryLentOpen Window A Lenten lesson from a bicyclist Rita BuettnerFebruary 22, 20243 min read Lent is young, and we have such a beautiful opportunity to grow in love for Jesus in the days ahead. What a wonderful journey this can be. Arts & CultureCommentaryFeatureThe Narthex Feast for the senses: Bocelli makes Baltimore debut George P. Matysek Jr.February 21, 20245 min read Bocelli’s long-awaited appearance in Baltimore was a proud night for the city. Let’s hope he’s back soon. CommentaryQuestion Corner Question Corner: Did Pope Benedict XVI validly resign? Jenna Marie CooperFebruary 21, 20244 min read Pope Benedict clearly manifested his intention to step down; his resignation announcement was made at a meeting of the College of Cardinals and in front of several journalists. CommentaryWorship & Sacraments Commoditization of funeral industry is hurting Catholic Church Michael R. HeinleinFebruary 21, 20244 min read With fewer wakes, and with fewer clergy attending them, aren’t we missing out on a vital pastoral dimension of funerals? CommentaryWorship & Sacraments Don’t wait too long to baptize your baby Cardinal Timothy M. DolanFebruary 20, 20243 min read While I hardly propose returning to the two-to-three-week expectation — as laudable as I consider that — I do wonder if we are now waiting way too long to baptize our babies. Previous 1 … 71 72 73 … 280 Next