During my 40 years as a Catholic school educator, with 34 of those as a Catholic school principal, I witnessed a lot of disheartening change. One change was the growing number of adults in Catholic school communities who were lukewarm or ignorant in their Faith. The most alarming change, however, is how many of the […]| Catholic Stand
I was wondering what to do. You are no good at this, your writing quality is like a Whatsapp or Facebook post. The words uttered ring in me, and make me despondent. Lord, take this away from me, this need to spill words out in writing about You, if this is Your Will, I implore […]| Catholic Stand
With the recent horrific shootings at Annunciation Parish in Minneapolis, the shooting of Charlie Kirk, and many more; the topic of prayer has once again stirred debate. From the beginning of the Church, the Christian reaction to violent tragedies has been prayer. For most politicians and secular leaders, the reaction has been framed as “thoughts […]| Catholic Stand
I used to be an optimist, but not anymore. I am not worried, though. I have hope. Whether my change of heart has anything to do with this year being the Jubilee of Hope, I do not know. What I do know is as my faith and love for God deepen so does my sense […]| Catholic Stand
The assassination of Charlie Kirk and the recent school shootings in Minnesota and Colorado has put a focus on the vitriol and violence we see too often these days. And both social media and the mainstream media put forth many causes for the violence. Reflecting on the causes People tend to filter their conclusions through […]| Catholic Stand
By picking up our cross and following Jesus and by cooperating with God's grace, we can achieve our salvation.| Catholic Stand
“What is truth? said jesting Pilate, and would not stay for an answer.” This quote is the first line of Francis Bacon’s essay, Of Truth. Further on Bacon says truth is “the sovereign good of human nature.”| Catholic Stand
In the wake of the horrific murders of Catholic school children at Annunciation School in Minneapolis, parents throughout the country are understandably concerned that a similar event could happen at their children’s schools.| Catholic Stand
September is traditionally the month dedicated to Our Lady of Sorrows. We remember the moments in Our Lady’s life when she lovingly and willingly united herself to her Son’s sacrifice on the Cross and shared in His self-giving for our redemption. Through this inspiring devotion and reflection, Mother Church guides us to pray and meditate on Mary’s deep sorrow experienced at the crucifixion of her Son.| Catholic Stand
It has been a while since I last wrote for Catholic Stand, I have missed you. Let me bring you up to date. Life has taken me through valleys I never imagined I would walk. On Christmas Day, my father passed away. Just thirty-three days later—the same age that Jesus gave His life for us—my beloved husband died suddenly as well.| Catholic Stand
A whopping 93 percent of Americans 30 years old or older remember exactly where they were on September 11, 2001. It’s not easy to forget the most devastating attack on American soil since the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor.| Catholic Stand
“They’re driving me nuts!” Haven’t we all thought this at one time or another? Just how do we deal with others—in our family, our circle of friends, the parish, the chapter, cenacle, deanery or other groups? Everyone is different. Each person has his or her own strengths and shortcomings, enduring traits and other peculiarities.| Catholic Stand
Received wisdom had taught me that virtue was its own reward, until my local supermarket taught me otherwise. A simple system of points per purchase enabled them to reward the virtue of loyalty with a two-for-the-price-of-one holiday break in Dorset at a hotel with a sauna, a Turkish bath, and an indoor pool. The short break was primarily designed to placate my body that had grumbled its way through the vigours of a three month diet imposed by my doctor. However its better half was ‘surpri...| Catholic Stand
On a run this morning, many sights pass me, but one leaves an impression.| Catholic Stand
Have you heard the news? Mel Gibson’s sequel to The Passion of the Christ, titled The Resurrection of the Christ, is planned to be released in 2027. With Jim Caviezel reprising his role as Jesus, the first part is scheduled for Good Friday, March 26, 2027, and the second part for Ascension Day, May 6, 2027.| Catholic Stand
There is a unique satisfaction that comes from catching a fish on a lure you fashioned with your own hands. There’s nothing else quite like it.| Catholic Stand
August 24 is a special day for the universal church. But it is also special, in a particular way, for me.| Catholic Stand
What I say to you in the dark, tell in the light; and what you hear whispered, proclaim on the housetops (Matthew 10:27).| Catholic Stand
The Cardinal Virtues – justice, temperance, prudence, and fortitude – are sometimes known as the pagan virtues. This is because before Christianity, the Greek and Roman civilizations saw them as the foundation of all other virtues, great and small.| Catholic Stand
“What is man that you are mindful of him, and a son of man that you care for him?” – Psalms 8:5| Catholic Stand
Should a priest, during his homily, chastise the people in the pews for arriving late for Mass or for inappropriate behavior during Mass?| Catholic Stand
