“Jesus sanctified and elevated the family, set apart for noble and holy purpose. Ultimately, the Holy Family is a sign …
Twist! A Christmas resolution for this New Year’s
I know that as soon as the last present has been unwrapped and the last carol has been sung, many …
Our True Home
In what Jesus calls “My Father’s house,” every family finds its true meaning and purpose (see Ephesians 3:15).. Readings:Sirach 3:2–6, 12–14Psalm 128:1–2, 3, 4–5Colossians …
Serving church, country ‘an honor,’ says priest promoted to general in Air Force Chaplain Corps
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (OSV News) — At Blessed Sacrament Parish in Tallahassee, Father Peter Zalewski is a busy and beloved pastor, …
The Witness of the Shepherds
The shepherds were unlikely evangelists. But they were, in a sense, the first earthly proclaimers of the Gospel. As we …
Life Fest returns to DC Armory ahead of National March for Life with Mass, Ulma family relics
(OSV News) — The Sisters of Life and Knights of Columbus announced Dec. 21 that they will be teaming up …
Your Daily Bible Verses — Jeremiah 31:15
ENCOUNTERING THE WORD — YOUR DAILY BIBLE VERSES Thus says the Lord: “A voice is heard in Ramah, lamentation and …
Memorial services around country honor fallen homeless
(OSV News) — At least 20 people experiencing homelessness in the United States die every day, according to HomelessDeathsCount.org. To …
Ever-Present
This week’s poem in the Catholic Poetry Room is by Bruce Phenix. Ever-Present With God, in the beginning, was the …
‘Jesus, you take over,’ papal envoy cried out in Bethlehem amid wartime Christmas celebrations
(OSV News) — Christmas in Bethlehem was celebratory but not as festive as usual this year, given the outbreak of …