President Trump campaigned on assessing tariffs on countries that didn’t treat the United States fairly or work cooperatively with the US on critical matters. A 25% tariff on imported aluminum and steel took effect on March 12, 2025, and a 25% tariff on imported vehicles and auto parts will take effect on April 3rd. Trump announced additional tariffs in his April 2nd address. Trump’s tariff strategy has been controversial. Let’s take a look. What is a Tariff? The site Investopedia... Read more
This Sunday, March 30th, is the Fourth Sunday of Lent. The gospel is the story of the Parable of the Lost Son (Luke 15:1-3, 11-32). The Fourth Sunday is called Laetare Sunday. Laetare is a Latin word for “rejoice,” symbolizing joy and celebration amidst the somber season of Lent. We are halfway through Lent. How is your Lent going for you? If you are struggling, remember that tomorrow is a new day and an opportunity to start over. Don’t... Read more
March 29th is National Vietnam War Veterans Day. This is an important day to remember those who put their lives on the line for peace and to try and stop the spread of communism. Whatever your views of the war, these soldiers are American heroes. They never received the welcome nor the recognition they deserved. Let’s take a look. Vietnam War: Overview The war itself was a disaster for the United States. What started out with military “advisors” and... Read more
This Sunday (March 23) is the Third Sunday of Lent. This week’s gospel reading is from the book of Luke 13:1-9. This reading is a story about sin, repentance, and patience. Let’s take a look. Lent: The Urgency of Repentance The reading begins with the disciples telling Jesus that Pilate has “mixed” the blood of the Jews with the blood of their offerings to God. Jesus asks the disciples not to see tragic outcomes, like the blood mixing or... Read more
This week starts the “March Madness” tournament, also known as the NCAA Men’s Basketball Championship. This is the most exciting college tournament every year. Expect some big upsets, especially in the first round, which is notorious for upsets. Breaking Down the Brackets While most teams’ tickets were “punched” in the Divisional Championships, the NCAA Selection Committee had some decisions to make regarding teams considered “on the bubble.” On Selection Sunday, the committee selected the remaining teams and determined the schedule.... Read more
This coming Sunday (March 16th) is the Second Sunday of Lent, and the gospel story is the Transfiguration (Luke 9:28-36). I pray your Lenten plans are going well. If you are struggling, remember that tomorrow is a new day and another opportunity to start over. The story of the Transfiguration is always read on the Second Sunday of Lent, just as Jesus’ temptation in the desert is always read on the First Sunday. Jesus’s divinity is revealed in the story... Read more
The Pro-Hamas protests continue on college campuses around the country. In addition to creating a hostile environment for Jewish students, these college protests tend to become violent. Colleges and universities nationwide have refused to enforce real consequences on the students or faculty involved. This results in the protests continuing. Let’s take a look. Barnard College Protest Pro-Hamas protestors took control of an academic building on the Barnard College campus on February 26th. They were protesting two students who were expelled... Read more
This past Tuesday, March 3rd, President Trump took to the podium and addressed a joint session of Congress. President Trump is the most polarizing figure in American history. His election mandate in November has energized the country in only the first six weeks, and his administration has “hit the ground running” in his second term. There was drama, of course, in the chamber as he gave his speech. Let’s take a look. Trump Focuses on Major Accomplishments Trump’s speech was... Read more
The 40 days of Lent begin with Ash Wednesday on March 5th. Lent is the most solemn season in the Catholic liturgical year. Lent is a time of reflection and prayer as we try to move away from the worldly desires that cause us to sin and focus on God and the spiritual life. Catholics are asked to spend this time preparing to celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus Christ on Easter morning. Let’s take a look. The Three Pillars of... Read more
The most controversial topic since Trump came back into office has been immigration. Over the last four years, the wide-open southern border has allowed millions to cross into the country, many with little or no vetting. Jesus teaches us to welcome the stranger and care for our brothers and sisters no matter who they are or their legal status, but is there or should there be a limit? Let’s take a look. The Catholic Church and Immigration The United States... Read more
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