COLUMNS

Be a silver lining to those in darkness

One of my favorite expressions has taken on new meaning during the COVID pandemic: ...

First and lasting impressions in love

We know the story by heart: A couple meets, sparks fly and it's happily ever after.

Picture this

I am on a decluttering kick, ...

Add and multiply to subtract our losses

The opposite of division is multiplication. The opposite of subtraction is addition.

Our unconscious search for God

We are forever searching for God, though mostly without knowing it.

All consecrated persons called to be ‘present-day Samaritans’

On Feb. 2, 2021, we celebrate the 25th anniversary of the World Day of Consecrated Life in the Catholic Church.

Doing the impossible

 It makes sense that a saint who once renewed the Church by embracing poverty should ...

A note of thanks to first responders, police and the National Guard

What is it about service that touches us so deeply?

Father Koch: Jesus teaches and acts with authority

It is the demons who first recognize Jesus as the Son of God.

A place to be fully human

Where are you? Are you reading this online? If so, where would you say you are? Perhaps you are at home or the office or a waiting room. 

'The Social Dilemma'

My brother has been a faithful member of Alcoholics Anonymous for decades.

The legacy of Father Patrick Peyton

Irish immigrant Father Patrick Peyton reached millions with his “the family that prays together stays together” call-to-action.

Father Koch: Mark clues us in to the end of the Gospel at the beginning

Nothing prepared the reader for John's arrest.

The emotions that come with grieving a death

Most of us are familiar with the story of “Zorba the Greek,” ...

What is your practice?

Today, the common question in spiritual circles is “What is your practice?”


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