The Catholic author, Daniel Fitzpatrick, recently wrote an excellent book entitled Restoring the Lord’s Day: How reclaiming Sunday can revive our human nature. Mr. Fitzpatrick’s book is based upon the Apostolic Letter, Dies Domini, promulgated by St. Pope John Paul II in 1998. I highly recommend it. (click message for more)
On July 2, 2024, Pope Francis released a brief video message stating:
“This month, let us pray for the pastoral care of the sick. The Anointing of the Sick is not a sacrament only for those who are at the point of death. No. It is important that this is clear.”
When the priest draws near a person to perform the Anointing of the Sick, it is not necessarily to help them say goodbye to life. Thinking this way means giving up every hope. (click message for more)
Every four years, the bishops of the United States have provided a document entitled Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship: A Call to Political Responsibility. In a series of statements, they remind us of our rich Catholic heritage of contributions to human dignity and justice for all people. The entire 64-page document is available online at usccb.org under “Issues and Action.” (click message for more)
The people who choose to live in New England, and even those who have moved out of the area, often speak of their appreciation of the seasons. We have four of them. By most accounts, winter is the longest, and spring is the shortest. Many people share a favorite — which is summer! (click message for more)