The USCCB is sharing some “insider information” from newly professed men and women religious who offer a fascinating insider view of their lives and call to the priesthood or religious life: Meet the Profession Class of 2014 Here’s one great example: “People might be surprised to know that before I became a sister, I had [Read More…]
“People Might Be Surprised to Know”… 2014 Profession Class Shares Their Stories
March 24, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Father Valencia’s “Frozen” Confession Cover: “Let It Go”
December 12, 2014 by 1 Comment
Found via Facebook! Take a few minutes and watch this precious priest encourage us to find God’s forgiveness in the Confessional! This was created in June but I just found it. And just in time for Advent penance services! Click on the video below to watch via Facebook. Post by Ariel A. Valencia. Video Link [Read More…]
Help Fr. Kevin McGoldrick: Catholic Priest/Musician Seeks to Record His Debut Album
June 16, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Let’s get out and support Fr. Kevin McGoldrick, a Catholic priest who’s looking for funds to record his debut album, “Square Peg, Round Hole”: Lend your prayerful support here [Read more…]
Why Do Passionate Preachers Make Some Catholics Squirm?
September 9, 2013 by 8 Comments
I recently had a terrific Mass experience that has me mentally trying to answer something, so I thought I’d share my befuddlement here in the hopes that you might have some answers. Case in point: me, sitting in Mass, listening to an amazing homily by a passionate preacher. He’s on fire, and actually has been [Read More…]
Geekpriest Indeed
July 1, 2013 by Leave a Comment
I have to say that I can’t think of a more perfect title and cover than the one unveiled today by my friend Fr. Roderick Vonhögen of SQPN. Geekpriest: Confessions of a New Media Pioneer launches in September, but I already had a sneak peek at the manuscript and I can tell you it’s a [Read More…]
Tell Me about Your Favorite “Social Media Priests and Deacons”
May 15, 2013 by 1 Comment
OK team – I’m back again looking for your help! To help me with a special presentation I’m working on, please name your favorite “Social Media Priests and Deacons” – not just the “superstars”, but especially links to everyday pastors and associates who “get” using these tools to support the work they do in their [Read More…]
Why Catholics Skip Mass
May 13, 2013 by 12 Comments
I recently read an interesting article on the blog of Father Christopher M. Zelonis — another “Fr. Z” — who calls himself a “Catholic Priest, Amateur Musician, Insatiable Verbivore and Dedicated Runner” The post in question was called “Unpacking the Precepts”: The Lord’s Day Observance and it delved into the reasons that the average Catholic [Read More…]
Pope Francis on the Priesthood and the Eucharist
March 18, 2013 by Leave a Comment
From EWTN comes this short video footage, where — as Cardinal Bergoglio — he comments on the role of the priesthood and the beauty of the Holy Eucharist: I love his comments on the laity, the faithful, in the participation of the Eucharist and his excited plea to young men to consider the beauty of [Read More…]
Um, Wow: Cardinal Mahony Responds
February 1, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Read it for yourself at his blog. Comment/vent here if you wish. As for me, my stomach still isn’t settled and my head is still spinning. Time to get on my knees and start praying… [Read more…]
Tales of Tragedy Told: Archdiocese of LA Releases Files
February 1, 2013 by Leave a Comment
The news hit in a big way last night. It wasn’t a surprise in any way. We know it’s been brewing for years, and what came out last night in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles is simply another chapter in a tragedy that’s been unfolding before our eyes. If you’re one of the few who [Read More…]
