Salt, Light, and the Courage to Speak
In times of uncertainty, the Church is called not to withdraw from the world but to stand within it as a witness to hope. We are called to be people who protect...
Tag: Spirituality
A True Pro-Life Ethic Includes the Poor, the Prisoner, the Immigrant
Christian faith does not call us to protect only biological origins. It calls us to honor life as relational (existing in connection with others), social (forme...
An Incarnational Call to Truth, Accountability, and Peace
That truth compels us to speak plainly today as we continue to grieve the heinous shooting in Minneapolis and the death of Renee Nicole Good. When violence is c...
La Befana – A Legend of Sacred Wisdom
La Befana is not merely an Italian “Christmas witch,” but a rich symbol of memory, repentance, generosity, hospitality, hope, and second chances standing at the...
When God Flees
Herod is not just a historical figure. Herod is any system that chooses control over compassion. Any leader who trades truth for fear. Any policy that sacrifice...
Spirituality of the Cold Moon
The Cold Moon, arriving at the threshold of winter, draws us inward, into our homes, yes, but also into our hearts. As the outer world grows colder, it becomes ...
Jesus Remember Me
"God’s strength does not come from violence, anger, and domination. God’s power comes from love. Christ is the king who reigns from a cross, not because he is p...
By your endurance you will save your souls
When the world falters, the Church is not called to panic. The Church is not called to retreat into our sanctuaries. The Church is not called to hate others. Wh...
The Blessing of Being God’s People
In the kingdom of God, greatness is found in service, wealth is measured in generosity, and joy comes through compassion.
Counting the Cost
My theology is quite simple, and you will often hear me say this: just love everyone. Our job as Church is not to build walls or barriers. Our job as the Church...