Dec. 18, 2022, The Fourth Sunday of Advent: The fact that women hold central roles in biblical narratives is nothing new.
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Podcast: The Catholic Church needs more women interpreting the Bible
Most Catholics only hear the Bible interpreted by men—priests and deacons—in the context of Sunday Mass. America’s “The Word” columnist Jaime Waters wants to change that.
Posted inAdvent Reflections, Faith
Like a parent, God reminds us to be patient
A Reflection for Sunday of the Third Week of Advent, by Kerry Weber
Posted inFaith, Scripture Reflections
Getting to know the heart of St. Juan Diego
A Reflection for Friday of the Second Week of Advent, by Valerie Schultz
Posted inFaith, The Word
You cannot rush the kingdom of God
Dec. 11, 2022, The Third Sunday of Advent: This week’s Advent message reminds us to take seriously the slow work of anything meaningful.
Posted inFaith, The Good Word
We need a second examination of conscience: How are the people around me doing?
Look at the people with whom you live and work. How are they doing? How are they because of your role in their lives? These questions might reveal as much about your standing with the Lord as your list of sins.
Posted inArts & Culture, Music
Who is this Good King Wenceslas—and why does he deserve a Christmas carol?
Who is this King Wenceslas fella? What makes him good? And why does he merit a song at Christmas?
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Vatican announces Pope Francis’ end-of-year liturgy schedule
With most of the restrictions of the COVID-19 pandemic removed, Pope Francis is scheduled to return to a full slate of public liturgies in December and January.
Posted inFaith, The Word
This Advent, let the message of John the Baptist guide you
Dec. 4, 2022, The Second Sunday of Advent: This Sunday’s readings challenge the hearer to surrender easy theological answers and false security in order to attain a more expansive sense of the kingdom of heaven.
Posted inFaith, The Good Word
Advent asks us: Have we lost our way?
A homily for the First Sunday of Advent, by the Rev. Terrance Klein