In a world where so much emphasis is given to work, progress, profit, and accomplishments, it is so important to remember the human need for rest and leisure. Perhaps this was one of God’s reasons for the third commandment: Remember the sabbath day – keep it holy. (Exodus 20:8) We Read more
Once again, the world community is faced with a human crisis that cries out for a compassionate response. Most of us by now have seen the evening news coverage of the tens of thousands facing starvation due to the drought conditions in East Africa, most especially Somalia. For days now, Read more
Today’s Solemnity of Assumption reminds us we are on a pilgrimage of faith that leads to something beyond this earth; beyond this life. The opening prayer for today’s Mass concludes “May we see heaven as our final goal…” We need this reminder. Mary’s Assumption into heaven reinforces all of what Read more
Yesterday afternoon, I traveled to Thermompolis to join the deacons, deacon candidates and their wives for Mass and a visit during their annual retreat. I arrived in time to greet them as they began their retreat and evening session. This morning, we celebrated Mass together, and then we had the Read more
With Mass this evening at the Cathedral, the 17 day pilgrimage begins for 83 young people and chaperones from the Diocese of Cheyenne to journey to Spain for World Youth Day, 2011. The pilgrims were reminded that even though the event will culminate with a Mass with our Holy Father, Read more
Today I had the great pleasure to welcome to the Diocese of Cheyenne, Fr. Demetrio Penascoza. Fr. arrived at the Cheyenne airport around noon today, and our Chancellor, Carol DeLois and I welcomed him to the bishop’s residence. We celebrated Mass and then had a chance to get acquainted over Read more
“Give them some food yourselves.” With these words in Sunday’s Gospel (Mt 14:13-21), Jesus is not only challenging His disciples, but is once again being the Teacher. He wants them to understand their own poverty, apart from Him. At the same time, He wants to teach them the ever abiding Read more
Day 2 of our very quick tour through Wyoming began with a beautiful sunrise and view of the Tetons. The day continued to be great for touring and viewing wildlife. After a good drive through Teton and Yellowstone National Parks, we ended the day in Cody. We took some time Read more
Hi, friends. Sorry for the quiet nature of this blog in recent months. Things got very “focused” in June, and I’ve been cooling my jets in July. I just got home from an eight day retreat, which was very restful and grace-filled. I’m on the road for the next five Read more