COLUMNS

Father Koch: John the Baptist is the prophet of the Eucharist

On this Second Sunday of Ordinary Time, the Gospel again draws us into liturgical language.

Have an eco-conscious new year

At a New Year's Eve party, someone asked everyone about their 2020 resolutions. Talk about deflating a celebration.

The story of our lives

I'm beginning the new year with a clean office. It seems a good place to start, a practical way to set me up for any other resolutions I make.

The missing art of dialogue

Why are some people tuning out today's news? Could one reason be that basic principles of dialogue are missing in what they are experiencing?

Realizing that you are part of God’s plan

In 1977, writer, humorist, and public speaker Art Fettig paid a visit to Jackson Prison in Michigan.

Peace is the first greeting

On Jan. 18, 1968, St. Paul VI inaugurated the World Day of Peace and designated the first day of every year for this focus. 

We are one Church

For the vast majority of Catholics, it is the parish community where our faith lives are rooted and cultivated.

Bringing in New Year with Jonah, angels

After 40 years of watching “It’s a Wonderful Life,” I finally saw the very beginning of the movie ...

Rediscovering our first love

When writing, I generally try to reach as broad an audience as possible, but, as we begin this new year, I’d like to address myself to those who feel they are growing old.  

The wisdom of 'I don't know'

I once read an interview with a pastor who said that the most important thing a parent can say to a child is often, "I don't know."

Father Koch: Like the Magi, we seek the Lord in humble surroundings

The Magi coming from the East to give due homage and honor to the Messiah, the new-born King of the Jews, points us to the proper reverence due to God in our own life of faith.  

What home really is

Whether you traveled for Christmas or stayed where you live, you might still have at least a little of that cozy, warm, "no place like home for the holidays" mood. 

New Year’s resolutions to ponder

As the new year approaches, people’s minds often turn to making resolutions to improve themselves and their lives.

Father Koch: The plight of the Holy Family is reflected in millions of families today

Joseph took his family and fled into Egypt to escape persecution at the hands of Herod. 

A special trip home for Christmas

Sixty-seven years have gone by, but the voice of Bing Crosby, "I'll be home for Christmas ..." still tugs on the heart. 


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