COMMENTARY

Walk with Peter through Lent

My faith-sharing group decided that we would each describe a person who inspires us. 

Learning from Horton: say what you mean, mean what you say

Dr. Seuss’ fourth book was published in 1940 and met with critical acclaim. 

Spring dreams, baseball hopes

February: a cold and snowy season. But good news! ...

Father Koch: The Lenten journey is the journey of all our lives

While last week we were in the wilderness, this week we stand with Jesus atop the mountain ... 

Lent's promise in bleak times

During a homily, my pastor referenced the 19th-century poem "In the Bleak Midwinter" ...

Father Koch: Our Lenten journey begins with hope

We begin our Lenten journey amid the global pandemic, ...

Father Koch: Lent challenges us to face our own temptations

After his Baptism, Jesus is driven into the wilderness where he is tempted.

In defense of hope

Our bedtime routine with our 3-year-old daughter is quite simple.

The power of questions

"A prudent question is one-half wisdom." This insight by English philosopher Francis Bacon possesses a fundamental principle for coping with today's disquiet: to use the power of the question.

‘Love one another as I have loved you’

When my sons were growing up, two of their closest friends lived around the corner.

Father Koch: God acts to restore us to wholeness

It is almost unimaginable that one would have the courage to approach a miracle worker, to speak with him.

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, ...

Father Koch: The Lord continues to heal in our midst

Jesus lived at a time when disease was rampant and ...


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