As a Rector at Notre Dame, the number of students I encounter who self-identify as victims of imposter syndrome seem to be increasing. They think...
When the Way Isn’t Clear: Hiking, the Christian Life, and Discernment
I love to hike, and I was fortunate to do that quite a lot during my novitiate year in Colorado. There are tons of beautiful trails near the Holy...
Where Can One Go To Hear God’s Voice?
Photo provided by Rev. Zachary Rathke, far left, with Holy Cross men in formation. A reflection on discernment. When it comes to discernment,...
Our Lady of Sorrows
Photo credit: Michelangelo's Pietà, St. Peter's Basilica, wikipedia commons The Solemnity of Our Lady of Sorrows Homily given by Deacon T.J. Groden,...
A Son of Pope Leo
Photo Credit: “Pope Leo XIV first Regina Caeli Prayer In St. Peter's Square after his Election” by Catholic Church England and Wales, CC BY-NC-ND...
This Place, These Brothers
Photo provided by Br. Jimmy “We grow close to one another as brothers by living together in community. If we do not love the brothers whom we see,...
Planting Seeds and Bearing Fruit in Community
Pictured: Fr. Frank Murphy, C.S.C., and Fr. Brogan Ryan, C.S.C. Photo provided by Fr. Brogan Ryan, C.S.C. When I was at the Holy Cross Novitiate, I...
Centered on Christ: Walking with Fr. Moreau in Vocations Ministry
Photo by Matt Cashore/University of Notre Dame A few months ago, a friend asked me what aspect of Father Moreau’s life I think best applies to my...
Seeking Out The “Lost Sheep”
Photo by Matt Cashore/University of Notre Dame I serve as the rector of Knott Hall, a men's residence dorm at the University of Notre Dame, and I...