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Solitude is imperative for leadership

On a scale of 1 to 10, how often do decision-makers rely on solitude when making final decisions? 

Reflecting on what it means to willingly receive the Body of Christ

What did Jesus mean by "this is my Body"?

FATHER KOCH: The disciples are challenged to follow Jesus to the Cross

While we reflect on the master-disciple relationship between Jesus and his disciples, ...

A campaign to send a hug

Summer is usually a lot of fun in our homes.

Wonder greater than the universe

The stars filled the night sky, as my brother-in-law and I reflected on the sheer size of the universe.

Using technology to promote holiness

In early June it was announced that Carlo Acutis would be beatified on Oct. 10 in Assisi, Italy. 

The need for sacred spaces during the COVID-19 pandemic

My son's pediatrician had one piece of advice at his nine-month checkup: baby-proof our home. 

Life lessons on hospitality

When my husband and I married, we had just completed a volunteer commitment with the Jesuit...

Father Koch: The Church always and everywhere proclaims Jesus Christ

In all, 266 men have served as Bishop of Rome since St. Peter arrived there in the middle of the first century.

Recognizing forgiveness as a gift

Katherine grew up thinking that forgiveness required the actions of two people: ...

Letting go of false fear

Recently in a radio interview, I was asked: “If you were on your deathbed, what would you want to leave behind as your parting words?”

Caught, not taught

The almost 3-year-old began to say the Hail Mary, complete with a little head bow at the name Jesus and...

Father Koch: The Lord seeks those who seek him first

For reasons unclear in the context of the Gospel, Jesus seems to be leaving the territory of Israel ...

The gift of wisdom is fit for a king, and the rest of us

I found much food for thought from a recent homily that contrasted King Midas and King Solomon.

Father Koch: God makes himself known to us in simple ways

At one point in life or another, God makes himself known to each and every person. 


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