There is something intriguing about the concept of talent. Not only do we applaud people who are talented, but many also attempt to explain what contributed to a person being … Continued
First Reading: Acts 4:32-35 Second Reading: 1 Jn 5:1-6 Gospel Reading: Jn 20:19-31 “Everyone who believes that Jesus is the Christ has been born of God,” St. John says in … Continued
St. Joseph is known as “Patron of the dying,” one of his titles in the Litany of St. Joseph, because he died with the assistance of Jesus and Mary. Venerable … Continued
With more daylight, an easing of outdoor worship, and Easter a week away, there’s a feeling of hope in the air. On the other hand, the pandemic rollercoaster of the … Continued
I always appreciate Paul’s Schratz’s analyses from a faithful Catholic perspective, however I cannot accept the thesis of his March 15 editorial “How many truths do we have left?” The … Continued
Dear brother and sisters in the Risen Lord: “I have risen and I am with you still.” May these words resound in our hearts this Easter! Jesus’ pilgrim way on … Continued
In his book Out of the Black Shadows, Stephen Lungu describes his life journey, from his difficult childhood and life as a gang leader and terrorist, to becoming one of … Continued
It’s been humorously said that to travel east on Hwy 1 to Kamloops (or other places) you must “go by Hope …” That’s true from a driving point of view, … Continued
Easter Sunday, Year BFirst reading: Acts 10:34a, 36-43Second reading: Col 3:1-4Gospel reading: Jn 20:1-18 Christ is risen! The tomb is empty! “He has been raised; he is not here. Look, … Continued
For years, on Palm Sunday, I have played the uplifting, ancient hymn All Glory, Laud, and Honour on the organ. Interestingly, every time I have played the final chord, I … Continued