As priests, we lovingly stand at the altar during Mass holding a chalice with wine that becomes the Blood of Christ. If we slow down this gesture...
Easter 2026: Leaving the nest
Last spring, a restless robin caught my attention outside my office window. The bird flew back and forth for days, dancing to his own rhythm. The...
Ash Wednesday: Taking to Heart the Cross of Christ
When I served as pastor, I always looked forward to celebrating Eucharist on Ash Wednesday. Parishioners and strangers streamed to the church to...
The First Chapter of the Gospel of Mark: Christ’s Baptism and Healing Compassion
In the initial weeks of Ordinary Time beginning in January, the first chapter of Mark’s gospel is proclaimed during weekday Masses. After Jesus’...
Mary is Taken up to Heaven; a Chorus of Angels Exults
By Rev. Ronald P. Raab, C.S.C. On August 15, the Universal Church celebrates the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. We...
The Whole House
Inspired Inspired by Francis of Assisi, Pope Francis wrote about offering our lives to God and others. The title of his letter, Fratelli Tutti, are...
Making Every Day Christmas
“What?” You say, “make every day Christmas? It’s hard enough with only one Christmas Day a year!” A reaction like this to the title of this...