We hear a lot these days about various theological speculations contrary to what the Church has always taught regarding the last four things, e.g., the reoccurring theory of Origen that in the end the demons and condemned souls would get a second chance, or that hell is essentially empty.

Throughout the centuries, Christianity has taught that parents are the primary educators and shapers of their children. This includes parents’ jurisdiction over their children not only socially and morally, but religiously and academically.

Professionals, like firemen, policemen, and military personnel, wear a distinctive uniform or insignia that helps us easily identify them. As for Christians, we are to put on the Lord Jesus Christ.

The title “Mother of God” is one of the first titles given to Our Lady. We call her Mother of God not because God came from her, but because she gave birth to Jesus who is both God and man. The title Mother of God reminds us that Jesus is both divine and human.

We are called to recognize Jesus present to His Church in these troubled times that resemble encroaching darkness, as the light of day disappears amidst scandals and the loss of faith by many.

I share this because our sanctuary renovation has been a powerful visual for me of the “renovation” that God desires to do in us personally.

Christ renews our purpose in His self-offering to the Father, where we find our nourishment and strength.

Have you ever stopped to think about the deeper meaning of the Incarnation and Nativity of Jesus? His birth was the birth of the most unique Person in history – the incarnation of God Himself, the mingling of God with humanity.

There are four categorical consequences to every sin committed: personal, social, ecclesial, and cosmic.

These sinful acts do not prove that celibacy is sinful or that it was a motivating factor in the recent clerical abuse scandal.

To be a faithful Catholic, especially in today’s university setting, a student must be aware that being a truth-seeking thinker means treating Christ’s doctrine as the basis upon which to judge everything else.

There is a reciprocal relationship between virtue and acts. Virtue disposes us to act in morally good ways, and by doing good acts, the virtue within us is strengthened and grows.

“munificence concerns itself with large projects such as building schools, churches, hospitals, radio stations, and funding the needs of social reconstruction

Tis the month of our Mother... bring flowers of purity, meekness, patience and love; they are garlands unfading, the blossoms which open above.

When faith is rejected and acceptance of immoral teachings become normative, the community begins to wither and violence against life and family prospers.

I was pleasantly surprised a few years ago when visiting our parish CCD class. A young boy simply said: “You have to be good in order to be happy.” I told him that St. Thomas Aquinas would be pleased to hear him say this. But how do we make good choices in life?

I personally find the beginning of a new year a most helpful time, an especially energetic time, a time to think deeply about making some new goals regarding those areas in my life that I most want to turn my attention to, both physically and spiritually...

In order to authentically redirect society from its perilous direction and transform it into a Culture of Life and Civilization of Love, hearts must be re-oriented toward Christ, the Light of the World...

“Charity is at the reach of everyone and coupled with our commitment to evangelize. It will be the matter for our judgment at the end of our earthly pilgrimage..."