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Witness to the truth in word, deed
During my senior year of high school, I had an experience that struck me (even at the time) as worthy of reflection.
Pope to press: Take time to listen
In his message for World Communications Day, released Jan. 24 – the feast day of St. Francis de Sales, patron saint of journalists, and just in time for Catholic Press Month – Pope Francis speaks primarily of the need to listen.
Happy New Year!
I hope your holidays were rich with love and joy.
What can I give him?
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! With fresh-cut trees, spiced drinks and gingerbread cookies, it’s beginning to smell a lot like Christmas, too.
New Christmas-related novels will keep readers engaged
If the Hallmark Channel is in need of books on which to base Christmas movies, these two should be considered.
How do I receive a gift well?
Someone asks Fr. Mike Schmitz how to receive a gift well.
Give thanks for what we have in common
“I think it’s a great opportunity.” I was bemoaning the state of a country divided almost down the middle. The election that so many people thought was for the soul of the country or for its future instead revealed that we are divided almost 50-50.






