Off the Shelf 105 – C. Bernard Ruffin We wrap 2018 up with my favorite saint, Padre Pio. Join author Bernard Ruffin and I as
When the Son of God was born, He entered the human world and became the loving, obedient Son of Mary and Joseph. Let us ponder
I was baptized when I was a baby but not raised as a Catholic. My parents were young when they had me, and I was
A lot of people think that they are virtuous in this world, and some probably are. Many think that being virtuous equates to being a
With the March for Life on the 18th and the 46th anniversary of Roe v. Wade on the 22nd, January is often lived as a
What’s in a name? A question we sometimes here bears special meaning in a recently released book from Paul Thigpen. The Biblical Names of Jesus:
Off the Shelf 104 – Paul Thigpen This week on Off the Shelf as we anticipate the birth of Jesus we take a look at
Our mission is particularly experienced in our celebration of liturgy, which features Anglican traditions of worship while conforming to Catholic doctrinal, sacramental and liturgical standards.
As we approach the Nativity; the birth of our Lord, we must keep in mind the critical story of salvation. However, I think it is
And Mary said, “Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord; let it be to me according to your word.” (Luke 1:38) Christmas brings a
We draw upon the close of one year and anticipate the new. This seems to be what we do annually this time of year. Many
Off the Shelf 103 – Dino Piccinini I’ve recently gotten my hands on one of the most well-crafted rosaries I have ever owned. Actually, it
Advent and Christmas offer a needed break from the noise of the current clerical abuse crisis, Church divisions, and secular obsessions with politics. It’s a
When I was a college student with budget issues, I was always looking for a more reasonable lease. Often I would sign a nine-month contract and
I do not usually associate Advent and suffering. I typically think of Advent as a time of joy, a celebration of Jesus coming to us
Have no anxiety at all, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, make your requests known to God. Then the peace of God
More than just preparing for the Nativity of Christ at Christmas, the Church reminds us that during Advent we are also to prepare for Christ’s
Looking for a good history book on an obscure topic in Church History? I can’t think of a better book to suit that bill than
Growing up, I remember Christmas being such a magical time of year. As soon as Thanksgiving was over, the Christmas decorations came out, the tree
Off the Shelf 102 – Father William P. Saunders We are in full Advent prep mode and I have a great book to share with
I have lived almost 53 years on this earth and just now I think I am really starting to “get it.” I don’t mean I
Advent has arrived, and now we look forward to celebrating the birth of the Messiah. We also prepare in anticipation for his second coming which