The story of Lazarus and the Rich Man in Luke chapter 16 may appear distant to us due to its graphic description of...
April Reflection – Fundamental rights
The first chapter of the book of Genesis tells us that humanity was created “in the image of God” (Gen 1:26-27). This...
March Reflection – Sacrament of reconciliation
Reconciliation has cleansed me dozens of times, but it has resurrected a significant relationship: the one with my...
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...
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...
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...
November 2020 Prayer Intention – Artificial Intelligence
The rapid growth of Artificial Intelligence (AI) offers many opportunities, but it also poses many dangers. There are...
October 2020 Prayer Intention – The Laity’s Mission in the Church
October 2020 Prayer Intention of Pope Francis - The Laity’s Mission in the Church: We pray that by the virtue of...
September 2020 Prayer Intention – Respect for the Planet’s Resources
In the beginning, God created the earth and everything within it and upon it, bearing us in mind all the while: this...
August 2020 Prayer Intention – The Maritime World
Below is a reflection on the Pope's Prayer Intention for August 2020 - The Maritime World: We pray for all those who...
July Reflection – Our Families
Much writing about the family, for example in letters of the Pope and bishops, emphasizes the mission or tasks of the...
June Reflection – The Way of the Heart
I picked up a scrap of paper that was placed under the statue of the Sacred Heart in the church. Someone had written a...