Liturgy

Today’s readings There’s that old kitschy question, “If you were arrested and accused of being a Christian, would there be enough evidence to convict you?” As we’ve been hearing in our first reading ever since Easter began, that question is … Continued

Today’s readings One of the great things about being Catholic, I think, is the celebration of Easter. We do it up right, and keep doing it for fifty days! In fact, just yesterday we completed our celebration of Easter Day, … Continued

Today’s readings I’m always curious what brings people to Mass on the Second Sunday of Easter. We had crowds of people here last Sunday, as you know, but things this Sunday are, perhaps a bit unfortunately, back to normal. The … Continued

Today’s readings Every year about Easter time, there are news reports of archeological findings that point to the fact that Jesus did not rise from the dead. I personally think those are specifically timed to detract from the solemnity and … Continued

Today’s readings Much like Mary Magdalene in today’s Gospel, we are a people who find letting go very difficult to do. We want to hold on to things and people as they are, because what is familiar is so very … Continued

Today’s readings Have you ever had an “aha!” experience? Probably you have, although you might not have called it that. I can remember one of mine. Back in my early 20s, I was taking voice lessons. My teacher tried for … Continued