Columns/Opinions
SERVE THE LORD WITH GLADNESS | We can face our trials with faith in the Resurrection
SIRVAN AL SEÑOR CON ALEGRÍA | Podemos enfrentar nuestras pruebas con fe en la Resurrección
DEAR FATHER | The funeral liturgy should draw the faithful into the true perspective of faith in the Risen Christ
POPE’S MESSAGE | Seeing everyone as a brother or sister is part of Christianity
SERVE THE LORD WITH GLADNESS | The path to sainthood starts in every time and place
SIRVAN AL SEÑOR CON ALEGRÍA | El camino a la santidad comienza en todo tiempo y lugar
SUNDAY SCRIPTURES FOR NOV. 9 | Take the first step of love toward others
DEAR FATHER | Scientific laws align perfectly with a God who created based on His own rational nature
POPE’S MESSAGE | Faith in Christ’s constant presence revolutionizes lives
SUNDAY SCRIPTURES FOR NOV. 2 | Remember and pray for our loved ones who have died
POPE’S MESSAGE | Unity can rekindle hope in our world
SIRVAN AL SEÑOR CON ALEGRÍA | Poner nuestro cuerpo y alma en las manos de Dios nos recuerda nuestra muerte inevitable
SERVE THE LORD WITH GLADNESS | Placing our body and soul into God’s hands reminds us of our inevitable death
SUNDAY SCRIPTURES FOR OCT. 26 | God wants to hear our voices, especially in times of trial and need
SERVE THE LORD WITH GLADNESS | We need to let Jesus conquer the distance separating us from Him
POPE’S MESSAGE | The risen Christ brings joy, hope along life’s journey
SUNDAY SCRIPTURES FOR OCT. 19 | Faith needs to be translated into action
SERVE THE LORD WITH GLADNESS | Jesus Christ is the solution to the problem of sin
SIRVAN AL SEÑOR CON ALEGRÍA | Jesucristo es la solución al problema del pecado
DEAR FATHER | Prudential judgment helps us weigh the specifics of a situation and decide how best to proceed
POPE’S MESSAGE | Jesus provides sustenance, not ready-made answers
SUNDAY SCRIPTURES FOR OCT. 12 | Remember God’s goodness, even in difficult times
SERVE THE LORD WITH GLADNESS | Missionaries of hope among the peoples
SIRVAN AL SEÑOR CON ALEGRÍA | Misioneros de la esperanza entre los pueblos
POPE’S MESSAGE | Jesus wants to be close, rekindle hope, on life’s journey
SUNDAY SCRIPTURES FOR OCTOBER 5 | Work for the common good of all, without exception
SERVE THE LORD WITH GLADNESS | God’s creativity disarms our snarky attitudes
DEAR FATHER | It’s imperative to open our hearts to God when we experience tough times
POPE’S MESSAGE | God never gives up on His children, even when they fail
SUNDAY SCRIPTURES FOR SEPT. 29 | Complacency keeps us from acting as we should toward our neighbors
SERVE THE LORD WITH GLADNESS | What does spiritual battle entail?
DEAR FATHER | The way we listen and live in love help us be great teachers
POPE’S MESSAGE | God’s love can reach anyone, even at ‘rock bottom’
SIRVAN AL SEÑOR CON ALEGRÍA | ¿En qué consiste la batalla espiritual?
SUNDAY SCRIPTURES FOR SEPT. 21 | Take the next step toward actions based in love
SERVE THE LORD WITH GLADNESS | Acknowledge the darkness, but focus on the light
DEAR FATHER | Detachment comes through proper prioritization of love for God and His children
POPE’S MESSAGE | Relentless effort, quick action are not always the answer
SIRVAN AL SEÑOR CON ALEGRÍA | Reconocer la oscuridad, pero enfocarse en la luz
SUNDAY SCRIPTURES FOR SEPTEMBER 14 | We exalt in the full message of the cross, not just the convenient meanings
SERVE THE LORD WITH GLADNESS | Called to bear, with Mary, the sufferings of others
SIRVAN AL SEÑOR CON ALEGRÍA | Llamados a llevar, con María, los sufrimientos de los demás
DEAR FATHER | Following God’s will for our lives is the surest path to holiness
POPE’S MESSAGE | Crying out to God can be sign of hope, not crisis of faith
SUNDAY SCRIPTURES FOR SEPT. 7 | Take the next step to follow the wisdom of God more deeply
SERVE THE LORD WITH GLADNESS | God lifts up the small and the lowly
DEAR FATHER | Key factors determining the morality of gambling are moderation and intention
POPE’S MESSAGE | Salvation comes from being strong enough to ask God for help
SIRVAN AL SEÑOR CON ALEGRÍA | Dios enaltece a los pequeños y humildes
SUNDAY SCRIPTURES FOR AUG. 31 | People we might deem ‘less powerful’ can offer lessons in humility