Columns
Pray that hope overcomes hostility
Last week during our staff meeting, Marcy, Anita and I were talking about Christmas. We commented on people’s demeanor, and agreed many of the people we are encountering are just not in a good mood.
Dickens offers Christmas cure for consumerism
I’ve promised my husband mince pies this Christmas.
A message from Bishop Powers, about election day
As I have been traveling throughout the Diocese and beyond, one of the requests I have been asked over and over is: “Bishop, TELL ME WHO TO VOTE FOR.”
Our Call as Catholic Citizens
As the U.S. bishops explain in Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship (FCFC), the challenges facing our nation are many. However, as the 2015 FCFC “Introductory Note” points out, nine areas are particularly pressing at this time.
What is Conscience?
In Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship (no. 17), the Catholic Bishops of the United States Conscience remind us: “The Church [...]
Faithful Citizenship – Care for Creation
Fifth in a five-part series. Part 2 of 2.
Faithful Citizenship – Marriage and Family
Fifth in a five-part series. Part 1 of 2.
Faithful Citizenship – Immigration and Solidarity
Fourth in a five-part series. Part 2 of 2.
Faithful citizenship – Religious Liberty
Fourth in a five-part series. Part 1 of 2.