For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him might not perish but might have eternal life. This is arguably one of the most famous lines of scripture – and rightly so. No matter how much our human experience may Read more…
While this last year has been such an endurance test, in some ways it also feels like it was just yesterday I sent out a video message announcing the cessation of public worship in the Archdiocese of Seattle due to the Covid Pandemic. Please watch the video below recalling the Read more…
The Gospel today calls us to love God above all else, and to love our neighbor as our self. No surprises with Jesus’ instruction, but plenty of surprise when we examine our life and discover what our practice reveals. One thing seems helpful in growing in our love for God Read more…
Our Catholic School Principals and Teachers – and their great network of volunteers, families and students – have responded so well to the challenges of this pandemic. Their good news is a great time to invite others to consider a Catholic School for your students this coming year.
During this Year of St. Joseph, Pope Francis is encouraging us to renew our devotion to this great saint. As a prayerful preparation for his Feast, March 19, I invite you to join in praying a novena to St. Joseph from March 10-18. Each day has a special intention which Read more…
As so many others, I prayed fervently for the safety of Pope Francis during his recent visit to Iraq, as well as for the health and safety of all who participated. Now that he is safely back in Rome, I pray in gratitude for his incredible witness of faith. I Read more…
The Word of God for this weekend continues to ‘cleanse’ us for true worship – worship in Spirit and Truth. (John 4:23) Jesus cleanses the temple of money changers and the animals used for making sacrifice, is a good ‘symbol’ for what is taking place each Lent, as Jesus is Read more…
We continue to turn to God’s Word for instruction in this time of Lent. Joseph in the Old Testament reading from the Book of Genesis is the ‘beloved son’ of Israel, and hated by his other brothers. Joseph ‘pre-figures’ Christ as the Savior: ‘beloved son’, thrown into a cistern, sold Read more…
The Prophet Isaiah in today’s readings again renews the call of Lent: “Let us set things right.” The readings today give us three perspectives for self-examination. The towns of Sodom and Gomorrah were notorious for the sinful practices so prevalent in their day. Thus, the first point for our consideration Read more…
March is a traditional time of devotion to St. Joseph. This March holds particular grace, as Pope Francis has declared a Year of St. Joseph. I strongly encourage everyone to read the pope’s beautiful apostolic letter Patris Corde (With a Father’s Heart). The purpose of this letter, the pope explains, Read more…