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A mom or dad, a spouse, a child or friend dies; the moving away from a beloved home; the end of love and giving up of dreams during divorce; a dying pet who has been a companion; aging or injured minds and bodies; retiring without a new purpose, many losses…our heart aches, our mind strains....

Whether we are coming from the darkness of the tomb - of Jesus or one of our loved ones - or facing the evils of this world, or some other way our lives have grown stagnant, cold or dark - we can still rejoice today: the springtime of our faith has arrived! Our joy at Easter is....

As Holy Week unfolds before us, the Church invites us once again to enter the Paschal Mystery - the saving mystery of Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection. It is not only something we remember; it is a mystery we are called to live. It is in that spirit that I share....

All Catholics are united in two Lenten practices. Ash Wednesday and Good Friday are days of fast for those ages 18-59. Only one full meal and two smaller meals should be consumed, unless health conditions preclude. For those of age 14 and above, Ash Wednesday and all Fridays in Lent, are days of abstinence where no meat should be eaten.

This past week our collaborative parishes were blessed by a grace-filled Lenten Mission led by Fr. Thomas Macdonald. Many parishioners shared how meaningful his message was - both comforting and challenging in the best way. Fr. Tom invited us to examine our hearts and ask whether anything in our lives has quietly become an “idol.” Even people who are actively practicing their faith can....

Lent is a grace. It is a chance to begin anew. If you have drifted a bit spiritually, this is your moment. If your prayer has grown mechanical, this is your opportunity to renew it. If you feel strong in your faith, this is your call to go deeper....