Wholeness
“In the tradition of the early Church, the focus was on the healing of the whole person, body, mind, and spirit, accomplished by a...
Death
“It is the clear teaching of Christ that the souls of the faithful who have departed this life are sustained before the face of God in...
Theology
“The vast majority of Christians through the ages probably knew less “theology” than today’s catechumenal converts. The Church has not...
Guilt
“The conscience is a gift God has bestowed on us that tells us when we have sinned against Him and against our neighbor. It calls us to...
Increasing and Descreasing
“ ‘He must increase, but I must decrease’ (John 3:30). John expresses a humility that serves as an example for all believers. He...
Church (as Hospital)
“The Church is like a hospital for those sick with sin, not a place where perfect people celebrate their holiness. Jesus set it up that...
Idolatry
“…life is shaped not only by natural forces and human actions but also through the active presence of God in it through Christ and the...
Feelings
“We all want to avoid the discomforts of life—whether they’re physical or relational. When we can’t, we feel out of control and...
Joy and Happiness - Part 1
“…we have a misleading idea at the very head of our Constitution: the pursuit of happiness. One can not pursue happiness; if he does he...
Cruelty
“We humans are an odd species. We are capable of great sensitivity and compassion, yet we are also capable of terrible cruelty.” (Abbot...