Of all of the seasons we celebrate in the Church, Advent is by far my favorite. Christmas is coming! And it’s just pure expectation, pure anticipation. But Advent is a tricky thing. Why? Because Advent is not a time to let us get ready to celebrate Christmas. (“You are such a Scrooge, Father.” I know
Prayer does not make us less aware of the circumstances of life. It makes us even more aware than we ever were before. Why? Because now we see the world as God sees the world. We hear the cry of the poor as God hears the cry of the poor. We are less wrapped up
A friend, as senior citizen, cited from a list of strategies to keep her well and functioning: compression socks, hearing aids, daily meds for various maladies, frequent dental procedures, X-rays and other tests, frequent weight checks, help to climb stairs. She went on to say she often felt like an old car—partly in humor, partly
Come, let us walk in the light of the Lord. —Isaiah 2:5 When I wake up in the early morning dark, the door of my room is outlined faintly in light from the hall. Out there are morning coffee, notes about the day on the white board on the way to the coffee pot, information
Benedictine Sisters of Boerne are one of the 14 Congregations of Catholic Sisters who are sponsoring this Houston billboard.
“Spirit of Benedict” In light of all that is happening in our country, I turned to our Benedictine tradition and specifically the spirit of Benedict, which is just as relevant today as it was in the sixth century. I have come to believe that Jesus gave us a mandate, “Love your neighbor as you love
The Sisters pray and look forward to Pope Leo’s leadership, especially as he follows the legacy of Pope Leo XIII (1878-1903) on social justice issues.
The Tomb could not contain You. The women came. The Angel announced, “He is not here.” Few believed All were bewildered You sent Mary to announce your Rising Your first word to the to the Apostles was Peace You invited Thomas to believe You walked with the two You fixed breakfast Never rebuking Always lovingly
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We will miss Pope Francis’ courageous leadership in the church and in the world. Yet we are glad he is not suffering from his physical illness. Rest in peace ‘good and faithful servant.’