Add the pandemic and politics and these cold, dark days feel darker and colder than ever. Dwight LongeneckerThere is a silly notion that a prophet is someone like Madame Sosostris, the famous clairvoyant, who has supernatural powers to foretell the future. Under President Biden, Vatican-U.S. relations are poised to shift dramatically... Edward Pentin When President-elect Joe Biden is inaugurated today to become only the second Catholic to hold the highest office in the land, a new set of challenges will face the Holy See in its relations with the United States, ones likely to be greater and more complex than those of the past four years. So now is the time for me to step up, to play my part. “Using those ordinary elements that allow us to bridge from ordinariness of life to the mystery of God. Initially, I wasn't familiar with Catholic Schools until my oldest daughter's previous teacher suggested it. Like the aroma of a fine wine or well-prepared steak, a person’s senses aid in his or her ability to understand... Archbishop José Gomez deserves great credit for having the courage to stand his ground on the Biden statement Wednesday...George WeigelDuring their annual meeting in November of last year, a critical mass of the Catholic bishops of the United States recognized that Joe Biden’s election to the presidency had brought the Church to a critical point. Lindsay R We’ve been down this road before, of course, but nevertheless we witnessed what’s being hailed as a landmark moment this week for financial reform in the Vatican when a longtime former president of the Vatican Bank, along with the bank’s lawyer, were sentenced to eight years and 11 months in jail for their roles in a $70 million fraud. And why does Japan’s blue look green to everyone else? She and her husband, Mark, have four children and live in Cincinnati. Advent is the season four weeks before Christmas in which we prepare for the coming of Christ. Posted December 18, 2020 . In response to another question about Cardinal Gregory’s decision to speak out against President Donald Trump’s appearance in June at the Saint John Paul II National Shrine on the morning after protesters had been gassed in Lafayette Square to clear the area for the president’s photo opportunity holding a Bible in front of St. John’s Episcopal Church there, the cardinal said he never welcomes enmity. This LIVE, online Advent Mission will help you build a solid foundation for the spiritual journey!Each Sunday in Advent, from 8-9 p.m. However, the Gospel for this first Sunday of Advent makes no mention of the birth of Jesus. And in response to instances of violence that occurred amid the national demonstrations for racial justice highlighting the Black Lives Matter movement, Cardinal Gregory said it is important to “separate the institutional structure from the goals.” The cardinal said the faithful know all men and women are created equal and should be respected at all times – “the goals are what we can support – the goals are Gospel values,” he said, adding, “We cannot support nor do we endorse violence or the kinds of behavior that destroys lives, property or hope.”. Be happy warriors. Before we began, I want to lay my cards on the table and say that I’m a fan of Sabine Hossenfelder. This story is found only in Luke’s Gospel. ... she and her family have faced the challenges of social distancing, self-isolation and lockdown. This Sunday, the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time, year B, comes just in time. I valued what the cool kids valued. She’s smart, well qualified... “Addiction and Redemption” — A Catholic testimony from Jim Wahlberg, brother of Mark and Donnie Wahlberg... Pope Francis recognizes heroic virtue of Dr. Jérôme Lejeune, bringing him step closer to beatification... Repent and become a countercultural Catholic...Marcel LeJeuneI had a desperate need to be considered cool. “Yet we also know there are many who are working to remedy that illness.”. The cardinal said the pandemic laid bare injustices including the evil of racism. “We must continue to pray and be vigilant people of charity,” Cardinal Gregory said. While there may be civil unrest and strife, many let their voice be heard to combat historic discrimination, hatred, indifference, and bigotry against those who may be different,” he added. Christmas is here. It’s a phishing scam. Virtually addressing members of consecrated life serving the Archdiocese of Washington, Cardinal Wilton Gregory shared the hope of Advent and the ongoing challenges of the new year -- including COVID-19, racial injustice, and the need to welcome all to the Church while remaining faithful to Gospel values. Remy Lafort, S.T.D., Censor. Why didn’t ancient people “see” blue? Let’s listen carefully to it. And, as well, all the latest publications from Pope Francis The early Roman parish tradition assigned this prayer to the first of six Sundays of Advent, but by the time it was included in the seventh-century Papal sacramentary, Advent in Rome had been shortened to four Sundays. In fact, it may have been the thing that I valued most through high school and into college. Join us tonight and this weekend for ‘A Good Discourse’... Open Letter to Pope Francis on Prenatal Justice...Charles CamosyDear Holy Father, I’ve been an admirer of your pontificate from the very beginning, and I have remained excited over the last eight years. McCarrick was the man who, as archbishop of Washington, D.C., created the so-called “McCarrick Doctrine” that protected national-level Catholic politicians whose faith was a crucial part of their lives and images, even if many ancient doctrines didn’t mesh well with their political agendas... Pro-abortion protestors disrupt pro-life Mass at cathedral in Columbus, Ohio... Jesus didn’t say, “Come and fish with me.” He said, “Come after me and I will make you fishers of men”...Tom HoopesThis Sunday, the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time, year B, comes just in time. Don’t cower. And whether it be recognized by others or not, and whether I significantly change the larger situation or not, I will have done what is needful. 20 Dec 4th Sunday of Advent 1st Reading: 2 Samuel 7:1-5, 8-12, 14, 16 ... Let us also not question ‘Why God why?’, and simply accept all the challenges and win. Add the pandemic and politics and these cold, dark days feel darker and colder than ever. First Sunday of Advent (Year B) “What I say to you, I say to all: ‘Watch!’” Mark 13:37 (Year B) Are you attentive to Christ? Contact information. Later he also asked the women and men religious to pray for the “increase of knowledge and acceptance of vaccines that are out there.” Cardinal Gregory noted that members of his own African American community have real hesitations and mistrust of health professionals because of historical tragedies and mistreatments by the medical establishment. Invitation to Prayer: Pause and prepare yourself for this time of prayer. Sunday, January 31: Catholic Schools Week begins Father Greg’s Corner The Saturday Vigil Mass this week offered a special opportunity to honor Our Lady of Guadalupe along with preparing for the coming of the Lord as we continue our Advent journey toward Christmas. You walked with them,” Cardinal Gregory said. Pray for President Biden...John ClarkJust as it has been the duty of Catholics in America to pray for President Donald Trump over the past four years, it is now the duty of every Catholic to pray for President Joe Biden. “Religious do so much in the Archdiocese of Washington, (and) we want to thank them and provide something spiritually nurturing for them,” Sister Gilmary said. Growing Disciples by … Edmonton Catholic Schools provides quality education surrounded by the love and faith of Jesus Christ. 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