In Chapter 3 of John’s Gospel, we encounter Nicodemus, a religious man who was very interested in the ‘things of God.’ Nicodemus comes to Jesus, recognizing him as Master and seeking instruction. More so than new learning though, I think Nicodemus sought a change in himself and, thus, a new […]

Who is my neighbor?  This is a question with which I have quietly struggled many times in my life. The motto of the Catholic School where I work is: See Christ in others, be Christ to others.  At St. Catherine’s that can be challenging at times but in the world, it […]

I have come so that they may have life, and have it abundantly. (John 10:10)Many times we measure the quality of a person’s life by virtue of his or her physical and mental health; however, for us Christians, there are four signs that tell us whether or not a person […]

On their way to Caesarea Philippi, Jesus began to teach his disciples about his approaching Passion, Death, and Resurrection. He also taught them about self-denial and carrying the cross for those who wished to follow Him.  Six days later, on Mount Tabor, Peter, James, and John literally gazed at one of […]

In May I went on vacation to Italy to walk in the footsteps of the Saints. My trip was carefully planned. I had a very ambitious itinerary, which had been prepared for years. Every day, I would go to several churches and walk through different neighborhoods. Unfortunately, I did not […]

Train the young in the way they should go; even when old, they will not swerve from it.(Proverbs 22:6) For me, the first person these words from the Bible recall is my dad. It was not until I attended an Emmaus Retreat in 2012 that I realized the strength of […]

What do we do every morning when we wake up? Do we thank God for the gift of life? Do we thank God for being able to breath? Do we thank God because, despite our problems, we have an opportunity to overcome them today?In the sacristy of a Parish, I […]

We are pilgrims through our lives: pilgrims of the heart, the mind, the body and the spirit. We are always changing, transforming ourselves, seeking a goal, many times inadvertently. We are, sometimes, like sailboats which the wind pushes at its will, but there is always a goal patiently awaiting us, […]

Since you cannot do good to all, you are to pay special attention to those who, by the accidents of time, or place, or circumstances, are brought into close connection with you. ~ St. Augustine of Hippo Jesus’ ministry modeled the importance of a closely-knit, relatively small group of ordinary […]

When Jesus ascended into heaven, he said to the disciples, “And behold, I am with you always.” (Matthew 28:20)  He promised to send an “Advocate” (John 14:15) that would help us on our journey through life.  Have you ever thought about this?  Where is this “Advocate” and how is He […]