Naming Grace

http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/071518.cfm At a recent conference, I had the opportunity to participate in “street evangelization.” At a hotel near O’Hare Airport,

http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/-070118.cfm In this Sunday’s Gospel, we read of two individuals who are desperate: a father desperate for the life of

Immediately after our daughter gave birth, her husband, Zach, exclaimed, “We think you’re going to like this little guy!” He

http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/061018.cfm I can just imagine how I would react if I were in earshot of one of my sons saying,

http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/050618.cfm I have always prayed that each of our children would have at least one good friend. “Please Lord, bring

http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/042218.cfm The image of Jesus, the Good Shepherd, beautifully depicts Jesus’ love and protection for each of his lambs —

http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/031118-year-b.cfm On my very first day as campus minister for Columbus Catholic High School, a kind and beloved priest entered

Second Sunday of Lent: http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/022518.cfm A few years ago, a television ad highlighted mountain climbing. At the summit, a young woman

http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/121717.cfm  At an Advent retreat, Maria, mother of 12 living children, testified to the light. She spoke to the importance