I hope everyone had a wonderful and blessed Easter Sunday celebrating the resurrection of our Lord! Just a friendly reminder that Easter is not only a day – but a season. And it lasts from Easter Sunday until Pentecost Sunday! A 50 day celebration!
Today is the celebration and feast day of a very, very important day. “The Annunciation is a humble, hidden event that no one saw or knew except for Mary. But at the same time it is a decisive moment in the history of humanity. When the Virgin said ‘Yes’ to the Angel’s Annunciation, Jesus was [...]
For the first 1800-1900 years of Christianity, drinking alcohol in moderation was one more way to enjoy God’s gifts. But a movement in the social politic of America in the early 1900’s suddenly changed some protestant denominations stance on alcohol consumption. These groups began teaching that drinking alcohol was always or almost always a sin. [...]
Ever been stressed out? Ever felt like you were giving all that you had and you just couldn’t possibly see how it was going to be enough? Have you ever had some large task before you and had no idea how you were possibly going to tackle it? I know I have. But I read [...]
The world is at war, the economy in crisis, and the malls packed. But tonight – all is calm. The winter days are short, the department stores in the black, and our sins dark. But tonight – all is bright. The Savior is born!
Here are some reflections from Pope Benedict XVI on the room we (don’t) make for God in our lives. It’s sad that we didn’t have room for Jesus in the world 2000 years ago. We told Jesus and his parents “there is no room in the inn for you” as Mary and Joseph were searching [...]
The actual full title of this book is “The Origins of the Church, The Apostles and Their Co-Workers.” It was actually a fairly light read compared to most Benedict XVI books that I’ve read. Very profound, but not as academic. Which was nice for the average fella’ like me. It gives you all the good [...]
“Christianity, if false, is of no importance, and if true, of infinite importance. The only thing it cannot be is moderately important.” – C.S. Lewis This has been a long time favorite quote of mine. I don’t get how so many people can call themselves Christian but then not take any amount of time in [...]
Here is a beautiful reminder of how Christ, by his own will, depends on us to carry his love into the world, especially during this season of Advent. And it shows how Mary was the very first, most complete and perfect example for us to follow – as she literally brought Christ to all of [...]
In true Benedict XVI fashion, this book presents a remarkably clear, yet profound picture of the historical Jesus. At a time when the subject of history is treated more like relativistic opinion than objective truth, Pope Benedict XVI is a voice of reason and clarity amongst the confusion. He doesn’t shout. He’s speaks softly and [...]
