Video: Hearts Broken in Vanceburg
Here’s our video from our alternative break at Glenmary in Vanceburg, KY. I thought it would be appropriate since it talks of broken hearts—in a good way. The trip renewed…
Because the Custodian Married the Pretty Brunette
Valentine’s Day of course, makes me think of my darling wife. And I have the opportunity each day to love her and to be a good husband to her because…
Do You Know Jack About Valentine’s Day?
Fr. Jack Collins, CSP, my good friend and another intrepid report from the streets of NYC. I’m still laughing at this one and learned a thing or two myself! Best…
Listen Me Into Life
Yesterday’s gospel turns the tables on a lot of social conventions. For instance, we heard in our first reading how lepers were “outsided” from the community and had to yell…
Naval Officer, Marine Commander, Bishop…He Did it All.
I’ve had the pleasure to get to know a few Bishops in my career. And at a time when Bishops are criticized and critical of many things, I’d like to…
Bishops Say: “Right Direction” but More Needed
Just off the presses: The USCCB adds their two cents: “Today’s decision to revise how individuals obtain services that are morally objectionable to religious entities and people of faith is…
UPDATE: An Accommodation Expected from the Obama Administration
Looks like the long national nightmare will soon be over. President Obama’s Administration is ready to offer an accommodation on the birth control law that would require Catholic employees and…
Is the Contraception Controversy a Political Election Ploy?
The Washington Post suggests that perhaps it is: Arron Blake offers this tidbit: The White House’s decision to force Catholic hospitals to dispense emergency contraception was a hot topic at…
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Rebirths on Birthdays
My friend Chris turned 30 and got depressed. We both worked in radio and while it’s a fine occupation, one can begin to wonder what difference that last show really…
Cardinal Egan Doesn’t Apologize?
An astounding report pointed to us today by Deacon Greg. Turns out, that according to Connecticut Magazine, Cardinal Egan isn’t apologizing to victims of sexual abuse any longer. In an…