Smartphones, cell phones, social media, and videos are a big part of our modern world. In one way these things keep us informed, connected, and entertained. In another way these things can keep us distracted from our relationship with one another and with Jesus. Phubbing is snubbing...
In this article, we seek to shed light on the Catholic teachings surrounding purgatory and prayer for the holy souls in purgatory. The Last Four Things The last four things in life are death, judgement, heaven, and hell. At the moment of death, everyone is judged by God based on their life...
Over the last couple years, our Archdiocese has been in a synod, listening to the voices in the pews in order to discern the promptings of the Holy Spirit. One of the overwhelming themes was for an increase in opportunities for faith sharing and small groups. In my past year at GA, I have heard...
What We Believe: Survey Results and Reflections Thank you to more then 650 parishioners who took our recent survey on key Catholic beliefs. Your responses gave us valuable insight into the strengths and needs of our parish’s faith formation. Below are the survey questions, the correct...
“I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.” – John 10:11 With deep sorrow and abiding faith in the promise of the Resurrection, the Church mourns the passing of Pope Francis, the 266th successor of St. Peter and Supreme Pontiff of the Roman...
The tomb is empty. Christ is risen. The Resurrection is not just the conclusion of the Paschal Mystery—it is the heart of Christian hope. This truth has echoed through every century, shaping the prayers, preaching, and witness of the saints. Today, as we celebrate Easter, we listen to...
As we enter the Fifth Sunday of Lent, we find ourselves standing at the threshold of Holy Week. The penitential journey we began on Ash Wednesday now intensifies, calling us to a deeper reflection on Christ’s Passion and our response to His sacrificial love. The Veiling of Crosses and...
On April 4, the Church honors Saint Isidore of Seville, a bishop, scholar, and Doctor of the Church whose influence continues to resonate more than a millennium after his death. Born in the 6th century in Cartagena, Spain, Isidore's life spanned a period of immense transition as the remnants of...
During the season of Lent, the Church invites us to enter more deeply into the mystery of Christ’s Passion. One of the most profound ways we do this is by praying the Stations of the Cross. This devotion allows us to walk spiritually alongside our Lord as He journeys to Calvary, reflecting...
Few relics in Christian history have sparked as much fascination, devotion, and debate as the Shroud of Turin. Believed by many to be the burial cloth of Jesus Christ, the Shroud bears the mysterious image of a crucified man whose wounds match those described in the Gospel accounts of...
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