Quite often, we can find ourselves wishing that we had as much faith as someone we admire—perhaps a saint like Francis of Assisi or maybe a member of our parish whose witness never ceases to build us up. More »

We have learned a lot about happiness from our little grandson, Edward. One Christmas while he was opening his gifts, he became intrigued by the crinkly sound of the gift wrap that Therese was scooping up off the floor. More »

Brothers and sisters, let us join with the Holy Father and Christians around the world in praying for these special needs: More »

Prayer is not a last resort. It’s not what we do after we read the self-help books, after we go to the specialists, or after we surf the Internet. Prayer is our lifeline to God. This is why Jesus said, “Seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be given you” (Matthew 6:33). It’s why he said, “Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest” (11:28). More »

Brothers and sisters, let us join with the Holy Father and Christians around the world in praying for these special needs: More »

Stay with me, Lord, for it is necessary to have You present so that I do not forget You. You know how easily I abandon You. More »

Brothers and sisters, let us join with the Holy Father and Christians around the world in praying for these special needs: More »

Father, as this day begins, I choose to bless you! I kneel before you and adore you. You are exalted above all creation and worthy of all my praise. More »