March Reflection – Sacrament of reconciliation

March Reflection – Sacrament of reconciliation

Reconciliation has cleansed me dozens of times, but it has resurrected a significant relationship:  the one with my father. In 2011, I knew that I needed to reconcile with my dad – and ultimately with God — for being a distant son.  Perhaps my desire was to...
February Reflection – Violence against women

February Reflection – Violence against women

As more survivors of sexual assault are empowered to lift their voices and share their stories, we learn more of the depth, breadth, and gravity of violence that women experience in our world. In the home, patterns of intimate partner violence and domestic abuse mar...
January 2021 Reflection – Human fraternity

January 2021 Reflection – Human fraternity

The holidays are a time for travel and celebration. Perhaps that means Christmas dinner at grandma’s house or a party with old friends on New Year’s Eve. These trips involve preparation and anticipation. We may need to prepare and pack a few things– maybe a gift...
December 2020 Reflection – For a life of prayer

December 2020 Reflection – For a life of prayer

Why do people pray?  What is the point of these ritualistic actions?  Does prayer affect us and the world?  Is prayer just another method used to numb our pains, to feel good about ourselves, or to practice wishful thinking?  Rather, prayer, as done through acts of...