God is good and His creation is awesome! It was a beautiful morning along the Laramie Range, near Wheatland. The temps were in the low 50’s and there was very little wind, which is very unusual for this area! The mountains still hold quite a bit of snowpack, so the viewing Read more
In the first two chapters of the Acts of the Apostles, we get a glimpse of how the Apostles first began to live their life after the Resurrection of Jesus. This Book begins with the description of Jesus’ Ascencion. In this final instruction from Jesus to His Apostles, he tells Read more
Today, the Pope who instituted Divine Mercy Sunday is declared “Blessed”, Pope John Paul II. Each time I see a video clip, or read something of his writings, or hear the homily from today’s beatification ceremony, my heart is still moved and my faith stirred and inspired by this holy Read more
As much as I enjoyed working the 1987 Papal visit, and working as a newly ordained priest escorting the Papal Party during the 1993 World Youth Day, there are significant aspects of John Paul II’s life and ministry I admired. First and foremost, I truly appreciated Pope John Paul II’s Read more
After what I thought was a once in a lifetime experience, working the 1987 Papal Visit, there were other opportunities to be in the presence of this holy man. In fact, I’m sure his courage, prayerfulness and inspiring presence had something to do with my own decision to go back Read more
As the world begins to turn its attention to Rome for the beatification of Pope John Paul II this Sunday, I wish to share a few of my own memories of this “Great” Pope and holy man. After a two year tour of college seminary and graduation in 1986, I Read more
In Wyoming, no matter how late Easter falls, due to the prevailing wind, Easter Fires are normally held inside the Church. Last night, as the vigil began, it was 35 degrees and snowing!
To all who visit these pages, prayers for a Blessed Easter Sunday and Easter Season! I hope and pray this Lent and Triduum were a unique and grace-filled time for all of you. May this Easter grant all of us a renewed and even deeper experience of faith and life Read more
Easter Homily 2011; Most Reverend Paul D. Etienne Happy Easter! I’d like to begin my reflections tonight by recalling the opening words as we gathered around the Easter Fire, because they succinctly remind us of the significance of what we celebrate: If we honor the memory of the Lord’s death Read more