How a priest got to be patron saint of mothers: St Gerard Mejella
Wizard asked an excellent question in the comments section and I thought it bore a full post: How did a priest get to be the patron saint of Mothers: Our…
For the childless mother on Mother’s Day
Vinita Wright has these powerful words that remind us that giving life can take many different paths. I will not be attending church this Sunday, because it’s Mother’s Day, and…
Dad’s 81
Happy Birthday to my father Michael Hayes Sr today. He is a young 81 and still drives his car and is in generally good health–good enough to continue to care…
RIP: Dom DeLuise
Deacon Greg mentioned Dom Deluise’s death on his blog and growing up with his comedic antics, I was indeed a fan. He had such great timing and such great slapstick…
Father “What a Waste”
Sad to see that one of our popular “media priests” has been removed from ministry. From the Miami Herald The Rev. Alberto Cutié, a national figure with movie star looks,…
Best Practices: Using the Net FOR Ministry
I’m just leaving the Richmond Diocese where I led a group of parish and diocesan leaders in using technology for ministry. I’ve come to the conclusion that many on parish…
Flight Attendant: Fasten Your Seat Belts for This
While I sit delayed at JFK en route to Richmond, VA, a Concord Pastor posted this which I hope happens on my flight. And they didn’t even charge you for…
Swine Flu = God’s Wrath for Abortion says priest
From Australia’s Canberra Times Swine flu and Mexico’s recent earthquake had been the judgment of God for that country’s abortion laws, a visiting US priest told members of Canberra’s St…
The Good Shepherd
Reflection on Today’s Gospel There are some people in my life that I would just do anything for: My wife is one of them. I’ve really learned a lot about…
My Prayer for this week: To be Humble
Inspired by Deacon Greg who can never get enough of the Muppets. http://feeds2.feedburner.com/GooglingGod