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  Around the world, countries are engaged in devastating wars and conflicts, the coronavirus pandemic is well into its third year and the daily news is full of reports of shortages, scandals and tragedies. But the hundreds of people who participated in the celebration of Corpus Christi Mass at the Basilica of the National Shrine … Continue reading “Corpus Christi celebration offers hope in difficult times”

  For you were called for freedom, brothers and sisters. But do not use this freedom as an opportunity for the flesh; rather, serve one another through love (Galatians 5:13).   My Sisters and Brothers in Christ: We enter into the “Ordinary Time” of the Seasons of the Liturgy. Jesus tells us that our understanding … Continue reading “Bishop’s Letter: The Sacredness of Ordinary Time”

The term “transubstantiation” is a scholastic term used by St. Thomas Aquinas and others to help explain the miracle that takes place at Mass. It would be good to start with an example, a person has the “substance” of personhood with “accidents” like weight, hair color, and personality. These “accidents” could change, but the personhood … Continue reading “What is transubstantiation and when does it happen?”

  CLERMONT | “Lego Master” is a title retired Father John McNalis never imagined he would land. The former Fire Department and U.S. Air Force chaplain, photographer, and teacher took up the new hobby when construction began January 2022 on St. Faustina Parish in Clermont, where he serves, assisting Father Ramón Bolatete. Father McNalis’ idea … Continue reading “Priest becomes Lego master”