COMMENTARY

Exercising my right to choose

I was cleaning the kitchen, the TV on in the background, the faces of glitz and glam celebrities flashing across the screen, the sounds of applause filling the room as the Golden Globes played.

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.

Let’s end the ‘globalization of indifference’ and support immigrants

National Migration Week has been a time for us to reflect on the need to be inclusive and welcoming ...

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."

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.

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. 

Bring Christ into your family

The Birth of Christ happened during a hectic and dangerous time for the Holy Family.

Christmas holidays: Time for exchanging gifts

The holiday panic of picking out the right gifts is upon us. Now comes the challenge deciding what best to give a beloved or dear friend.

Jesus is calling

It's early on an Advent morning and I've just poured a second cup of coffee. I have my Scripture and I'm hoping to shift into listening mode.


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