As I recently switched the calendar in my school office from February to March, my heart sank. A year ago, I had flipped the same calendar to the same month, … Continued
In the past year I’ve often heard it said that in spite of the negative aspects of living through a pandemic, there are many good outcomes and positive developments resulting … Continued
The opening line of a Tale of Two Cities comes to mind when I think about the pandemic and our parish, except it’s neither been the best of times nor the … Continued
Re “Archbishop asks health officials to reconsider public worship ban” (B.C. Catholic, March 1): Consider the absurdity of having places like Walmart and Costco open while our churches, which follow … Continued
Sean Murphy has what he considers a clear way through the tangle between the House of Commons and Senate over Liberal government legislation to expand Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD). … Continued
The lady altar of Holy Rosary Cathedral in downtown Vancouver showcases an exquisite Spanish polychrome and gilded wood sculpture of the Madonna and Child that is a genuine work of … Continued
It is easier to cancel fatherhood and masculinity as a whole instead of seeking to heal and restore our image of father. So many of us bear deep wounds as … Continued
History, the study of the past, is often interesting simply as a narrative of past events; however, beyond that human interest aspect, the study of the past helps us better … Continued
I’m sure you have one or two in your circle of e-friends, well-meaning people who forward you via email every scam under the sun. There seems to be no stopping … Continued
St. Joseph is our guide in the way of salvation by helping us to obtain a great purity of heart, a fervent love of the interior life, and the spirit … Continued