ORLANDO | The third scrutiny for the Elect will occur this Sunday, April 6. The reading is that of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead, where He reveals Himself as the resurrection and the life.
This last scrutiny occurs as …
Bishop’s Letter: It is time to truly examine your conscience
My Sisters and Brothers in Christ:
Whom do you seek this Lenten season? How are you in relationship with God and your sisters and brothers? The prophet Joel calls us to return to God with our whole heart. This is …
Bearers of God’s love
ROME | Every two years the Missionaries of Mercy meet in Rome for continuing formation in the ministry. This year it coincides with the Jubilee Year of Hope.
During the Extraordinary Jubilee of Mercy in 2016, Pope Francis commissioned more …
Lent: Season of penance, season of hope
ORLANDO | Lent is less than one week away. The season of penance prepares us for the Lord’s glorious resurrection but also fills some hearts with stress when focused on the sacrifices ahead.
In this Jubilee Year of Hope, …
Weeping with the Lord to cleanse the body, mind and soul
ORLANDO | The Basilica of the National Shrine of Mary, Queen of the Universe was dim, mostly lit by dozens of candles that flickered at the altar, their flame casting light on a cross and an image of the Madonna. …
Lenten Reconciliation leads to Easter Eucharist
Rising from the cross of sin to new life, our journey of reconciliation during Lent leads us to Easter Resurrection and Eucharist – God’s gift of Himself that we might be born anew.
It is a journey inward that reveals …