5th Sunday of Easter, Year C First Reading: Acts 14:21b-27 Second Reading: Rev 21:1-5a Gospel Reading: Jn 13:1, 31-33a, 34-35 In this Sunday’s First Reading, we hear that Paul and … Continued
I suppose most people have moments of missed opportunities in their lives. I was certainly reminded of this when viewing the movie, Tolkien. To begin with, although a voracious reader … Continued
Christ said, “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God” (Mt 5:8). Father Réginald Marie Garrigou-Lagrange, OP, wrote “That the heart may be pure, a generous mortification … Continued
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Today is the 56th Annual World Day of Prayer for Vocations, and as we pray, united with the whole Church, that more men and … Continued
Editors’ note: On Feb. 22, 2020, serious allegations arose involving sexual misconduct by L’Arche founder Jean Vanier. That news story and a summary of the report can be found here. … Continued
This January, I went on my first snowshoeing trip with a few religious sisters, fellow discerners, and vocations director Father Rodney Nootebos. To tell you the truth, I was not … Continued
Christ said, “Blessed are the merciful, for they will receive mercy” (Mt 5:7). He also said, “Be merciful, as your Father is merciful” (Lk 6:36). Spiritual writers point out that … Continued
Edward Feser’s new book, Aristotle’s Revenge, is a goldmine of thoughtful reflections on how best to understand modern science. Feser argues that Aristotle’s philosophy provides us with key metaphysical concepts. … Continued
4th Sunday of Easter, Year C First Reading: Acts 13:14, 43-52 Second Reading: Rv 7:9, 14B-17Gospel Reading: Jn 10:27-30 “In the last analysis, what we all ardently desire is to be happy,” … Continued
As part of his parish visits, Archbishop Miller travelled to Powell River to meet local Catholics and celebrate Mass with them at Church of the Assumption, Sacred Heart Church, and … Continued