What is the second greatest command? If you’re a believer, a student of Scripture, it’s possible that you said something like “Love your neighbor as yourself.” If you did, you’d be right - almost.

In his annual Christmas message to the Archdiocese of Southwark, Archbishop John Wilson said that "each time we are asked the meaning of Christmas, our hearts should be filled with awe, joy and hope ...

When I was little, I pored over the stories of the saints, especially the martyrs. I was morbidly fascinated by stories of little 6-year-old Conchita of the Drooping Veil who loved God so passionately ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) I have seen a lot in life because I am old, worn and well-travelled and there are not too many things that leave me flabbergasted, but a notable exception floored me recently and set ...

Sunday, Oct. 29, is the 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time. Mass readings: Exodus 22:20-26; Psalm 18:2-3, 3-4, 47, 51; 1 Thessalonians 1:5c-10; Matthew 22:34-40. There was an expression common among the ...

A mother’s love for her children is one of the strongest and most mysterious forces in the world. It carries her through the pain of childbirth. It washes over her face as she smiles at her baby for ...

How would you explain monasticism to Protestants who feel Christians should be out in the world, seeking to convert lost souls? To them, monks/nuns are hiding from society’s ills, not helping to mend ...

Find today’s readings here. “Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger, but bring them up with the training and instruction of the Lord.” I’ve often wondered whether my dad was handpicked by God ...

Thousands of social media users have been drawn to the progressive political messages being shared by a church in Milwaukee, Oregon, showing support for Muslims, African Americans and the LGBT ...