whose origin is from of old, from ancient times (Mic 5:1). God chooses to be born in an insignificant place, a village, because God does not come among us to loom large as a person or a presence. No, ...

It continues to be an important time for us to seek God’s loving presence. Although "In God We Trust" appears on our currency (coins and bills), it seems that we are not hearing the need for prayer as ...

The small marble table from a Roman-era home was adorned with carved acanthus leaves and the body of Dionysus. When I saw it in the archaeological museum of Thessaloniki, Greece, I broke down crying, ...

The Catholic faith draws on the word of God. We know God and his truth not in the light of our own reason — created, finite and limited — but in the light of his Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 12:3). He ...

Psalm 23 is one of the most beloved passages in scripture because it speaks directly to the human experience, our fears, our ...

With the warm summer, I have spent more time outdoors. My dog enjoys every chance to swim and explore the different smells. Being outside has helped me appreciate the beauty and goodness of the world ...

Find today’s readings here. Jesus experienced a mysterious presence throughout his life. He gave this presence many names, but the most common term he used for it was “the Father.” Later Christian ...

Columns share an author’s personal perspective. Dear Pastor, Once we feel the tangible presence of God, why is it still so easy to walk away? A: Anything can be taken for granted, my friend, even the ...

Sunday, June 16, is the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity. Mass readings: Proverbs 8:22-31; Psalm 8:4-9; Romans 5:1-5; John 16:12-15. While no mystery surpasses that of the nature of the Most Holy ...

It’s easy for people to think theology doesn’t matter too much for everyday life. But I urge them to reconsider. I’d like to demonstrate, in light of the current redistricting efforts in Texas, how ...