Here are some thoughts from today’s homily at Mass marking the anniversary of Roe vs. Wade: Love, Truth, Morality: These things are not mutually exclusive, though if one listens only to the public debate of our time, they would think they are. If the only way for a person to Read more
The Wyoming State Legislature is presently considering legislation that would close a loop-hole in state law. Presently, Wyoming statute defines marriage as a contract “between a male and a female person”, but state law also recognizes any legal marriage performed out of the state. Thus, individuals who have contracted a Read more
Well, the 2011 January Institute is now “in the books” and a part of history. For a number of reasons, it will prove to be a significant part of our history! We had a record attendance for this year’s institute. People came with open hearts and open minds, ready to Read more
Judging from some of the recent comments on Saturday’s talk regarding “Natural Law”, it is necessary to clarify that this talk was not given to the State Legislature. This was a prayer rally held in the rotunda of the state capital building with around 70 people present, which did include Read more
Below is the text of the talk and prayer I gave at a prayer rally today at the State Capital building in Cheyenne in anticpation of a new legislative session. It is very challenging to develop arguments that are faithful to our Church teaching which are “valid” in the public Read more
In today’s Mass readings, there are two references to fear. First, in Mark’s Gospel, we see the Apostles in the boat during a storm. As they see Jesus approach, walking on water, they are afraid. Towards the end of the Gospel passage, Mark attributes their fear to a hardness of heart. They Read more
Today the Church recalls our first native-born, American Saint; Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. Mother Seton was raised Episcopalian, and converted to the Catholic faith. She had a deep spirituality at the heart of a difficult life. Saint Elizabeth was a wife and mother of five children. She lost her husband Read more
Today we celebrate the Feast of the Holy Family. The life of this family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph has much to teach us. Perhaps, the 30 “hidden years” of Jesus life in the home at Nazareth is his greatest teaching. What do these hidden years in the life of Read more
Merry Christmas! I wish to begin my reflection this evening / morning with a story, which seems to capture the event of the Incarnation: Imagine a child’s sandbox. A young Dad is driving home from work. In the backyard, in the sandbox, are his little daughter, and her younger brother, Read more
Today you will see know the Lord is coming, and in the morning you will see his glory.(Invitatory Antiphon, December 24) Fresh bread is baking (boy, does it smell good!), as we recall the remembrance of the Bread of Life born and laid in a manger. No doubt, many final Read more