Mary is always shining in her window, watching over the street below. I have grown grateful for this rarefied presence, respectful and inclined toward pious feelings when I pass.

Pope Francis reminds us to challenge ourselves to each day give of ourselves and not to count the cost.

This bill discriminates against our African-American and Hispanic neighbors, sick seniors, the disabled, the uninsured and all who are vulnerable in our community, said Michael Scott, director of the D.C. Catholic Conference.

Blessed are those who look into the eyes of the abandoned and marginalized and show them their closeness.

Lord, help me to remember the "least" among us, how to cast my vote for the good of all.