At the feast of Pentecost, I think of my confirmation and reflect upon the ways in which the Holy Spirit has worked within my life. In this sacrament, I … Continued
In the early Church and throughout her secular history, outstanding women have shared in the Church’s mission – holy martyrs, virgins, and mothers of families who bravely bore witness to … Continued
This is an excerpt from a homily given during Mass for the ordination of three new permanent deacons May 26. The deacons’ ministry is a visible sign of the Church’s … Continued
The image on the Shroud of Turin, which many believe to be the burial cloth of Jesus Christ, presents an interesting puzzle. The image is of a scourged and crucified … Continued
My next-door neighbours at a Catholic mission in Zimbabwe explained to me how they resolved tension in the home caused by pie slices. When Mrs. Y bought apples in town, … Continued
Canada’s religious life was enriched during the 19th century, when European religious congregations of women arrived to carry on their apostolate in a new land. Many of these communities enjoyed … Continued
There are Christians who believe confessing Jesus as Lord is enough to achieve salvation. This belief stems in large part from verses like Romans 10:9: “If you confess with your … Continued
I asked my six-year old son, “Do you know what abortion is, Isaac?” “I think so,” he replied, and his big, brown eyes said, “Blink, blink.” “Isn’t it when a … Continued
Kent Spencer claimed a distinction very few Vancouver journalists could. He was a religion reporter in a city that doesn’t give a rip about religion. At the best of times, … Continued
Some days ago at a Catholic Women’s League reception, I was asked if any progress had been made by the commission Pope Francis instituted to study the possibility of admitting … Continued