Perhaps He Makes Us Wait by Pope Francis
Our God is a God-who-comes, do not forget this. Our waiting for him will not be disappointed. The Lord never disappoints. He will perhaps make us...
29
Nov
The Meaning of Advent by Catherine Doherty
Advent is a strange word. It means “coming”. An advent is something that is arriving soon. When we have something coming, when we expect an event,...
26
Nov
A Good and Faithful Servant by Scott Eagan
During the time of Chuck’s funeral, photos of him during various times of his life were on display. Many of us were struck by his...
If Only … by Fr. Emile-Marie Briére, deceased MH priest
No amount of human appreciation, understanding, or love can satisfy the human heart. We are made for God, for the Infinite, for a greater love...
22
Nov
Notes From Near and Far by Fr. Zach Romanowsky
MH MISSOURI “It restored my faith in the goodness of humanity,” said my friend Fr. Thomas Lim. He was reflecting upon his experience of standing alone...
18
Nov
Talk to the Manager by Fr. Denis Lemieux
It’s November, and once again my eyes were drawn, as I pondered what Sunday I should write about this month, to the feast of Christ...
The Blessed Souls in Purgatory by Catherine Doherty
The Church dedicates the entire month of November to the souls in purgatory. Why a whole month? And why do we Catholics call them “the...
15
Nov
The Boy Who Was Scared of Dying by Jude Fischer
Once there was a boy who was dreadfully afraid of dying. Some folks are, you know. They’ve never done it to know how it feels,...
11
Nov
Through the Lens of Loneliness by Catherine Lesage
There are times in our life when God seems to be knocking at the door of our hearts waiting to offer us something special. When...
08
Nov
Why Do I Go to Poustinia? by Loretta Fritz
I have pondered this question now for a few years. Then I began to ponder it more intentionally when I was so sick that I...