The area of Chilliwack that we live in is called Fairfield Island. I had never heard of it before we moved, and I was surprised to discover that it is … Continued
We return to Mass full throttle next week, and no one knows what we’ll find. Personally I’m feeling uplifted and thankful that prayers were answered, with God producing this miracle … Continued
The discovery of 215 bodies on the grounds of a former residential school in Kamloops has prompted other searches for bodies. Some describe what took place as genocide. Genocide is … Continued
As COVID restrictions are gradually lifting, the faithful are returning to Holy Mass in person. One catechism states: “The Mass is the same sacrifice as the sacrifice of the cross … Continued
15th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year B First Reading: Am 7:12-15 Second Reading: Eph 1:3-14 Gospel Reading: Mk 6:7-13 “What’s the point of it all?” someone asked me at a … Continued
Who or what is your lighthouse? What is your beacon through the fog? When it storms in your life, where do you look for guidance and light? What solid structure … Continued
When I graduated from university, I remember hearing others speak of the sense of accomplishment they felt in finally receiving “that piece of paper” at the end of four years. … Continued
Since the turn of the century the United States women’s gymnastic team has been a force to contend with on the world gymnastics scene. In fact since they finished second … Continued
The most interesting movie this week came out 55 years ago. A masterpiece of spiritual filmmaking that has been described as the War and Peace of Russian cinema, Andrei Rublev … Continued
According to Father Patrick Gearon, “Envy is a sort of madness which cannot bear to witness the prosperity of another. The envious rejoice in the misfortunes of others, and they … Continued