NEW YEAR’S DAY … for Catholics!

Posted by Diane Roden on 12/29/16

     For many, January 1st is the final celebration in our “Happy Holidays.” The last holiday before returning to work or school. So, there is not much special outside the Rose Parade and college bowl games. Or is there?

     In the world of the Church we have ... Read More »

“To the greater glory of God”

Posted by Diane Roden on 12/21/16

     That’s what the angels were singing on Christmas morning, or lyrics to that effect:  “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to people of good will.” 

     Maybe that Nativity scene so inspired St. Ignatius Loyola to cause him to choose AMDG as the Jesuit ... Read More »

To bring about the obedience of Faith

Posted by Diane Roden on 12/14/16

     I was raised in a different world than the one of today. A popular saying in my youth was that ‘children should be seen and not heard’. Essentially we were to be very well-behaved (obedient) when in the presence of adults, and certainly not expected to add anything ... Read More »

“Rejoice! Again I shall say it rejoice!”

Posted by Diane Roden on 12/09/16

     This line is from the entrance Antiphon for Mass today, which gives the name to this Sunday, Gaudete or “Rejoice” Sunday. The third Sunday of Advent is further marked by the lighting of a rose colored candle to symbolize our halfway point through the season. It is ... Read More »

THE DARKEST TIME OF THE YEAR

Posted by Diane Roden on 12/01/16

     We are in the season of long nights and this can be a time for quiet reflection before the rush of holiday activities. It CAN BE a time to see! See what? you may rightfully ask.

     Although it’s dark outside, ask what is going on inside ... Read More »