When I made the decision to return to the seminary in 1988, I was assigned for six months to a parish on the north side of Indianapolis, St. Pius X. That was a great parish experience. They had a wonderful pastor and many great people, and it was a great Read more…
There is nothing like mixing politics and religion to cause disagreement and great tension. Both religion and politics cause people to take strong and emotional stands. A recent survey by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops indicates that most Catholics do not like it when the Church gets involved Read more…
As I wrote earlier this week, the bishops gathered with the Focolare Movement this week had the opportunity to visit with Pope Francis. For anyone, to be in the presence of the Holy Father is a unique blessing, and it is no different with Pope Francis. I can tell you Read more…
Several months ago, I was asked to join a group of bishops from around the world who come together once a year as ‘friends of the Focolare movement.’ Our conference this week is being held at their ‘Mariapolis Center’ in Castle Gandolfo. This facility was originally the audience hall for the Read more…