Viaticum, or Eucharist for the dying, is usually reserved for Catholics nearing transition to eternity. But, perhaps, if we view every day as possibly our last, we can receive Holy Communion with a new understanding of Heavenly Food for the journey.
Relating To The Trinity
Because the Most Holy Trinity is relational by definition, we benefit from having distinct and specific relationships with each Divine Person of the Trinity.
Unpacking The Ascension
Jesus told us he had to ascend to heaven so that the Father could send us the Holy Spirit. This takes an element of trust on our part that the Father has a plan for us.
What Love Is
The Apostle John tells us that whoever does not love, does not know God. Understanding what love is, and what love is not, is key to living the Christian life.
Mary And Joseph
We are told that we are to love our enemy. But, the problem is, many of us really do not realize just how difficult it is to actually accomplish this. We need to know who are enemies are, and what it means to love them.
Why Jesus Died
The Easter Season cannot truly be appreciated without fully comprehending why Jesus had to die, and consequently, why Jesus had to rise.
Palm Sunday Procession
There is great the significance to the opening Solemn Procession that takes place at the principal Mass of the parish on Palm Sunday. This is a wonderful way to enter into Holy Week.
Spiritual Unlearning
Sometimes, before we can grow spiritually, we must first unlearn certain preconceived notions about the ways of learning. Only then, can we be truly transformed by God.
Eternity
If you were ever wondering where God came from, you are not alone. The profundity of that question has challenged great thinkers from time
Spiritual Healing
When Jesus encounters a leper and makes him clean, we learn a valuable lesson. Even though we are unlikely to ever encounter leprosy in our lifetime, we can encounter much needed spiritual healing, if only we ask.