Catholic Journal

Divergence in Daycare

Before proceeding, let me clarify the purpose of this reflection. Daycare in a time of genuine...

Regarding Fraternal Correction

Arguably the most difficult challenge to our salvation is the call to forgiveness. Be merciful...

All Essays

We Are Richly Blessed

October 4th is the feast of one of the most popular and attractive persons in all history: St. Francis of Assisi. He lived some 800 years ago, and is remembered as a gentle, loving person—and our Holy Father chose to...

The Importance of Angels

On September 29 as well as on October 2 we celebrate two liturgical feasts which are linked with angels. In fact, in the September feast we celebrate the feast of the Archangels Michael, Gabriel and Raphael whereas in...

Rise Above

Fear is a common first reaction. Fear of fear may cause more problems than the actual fear itself. Fears can be real or the result of an over active imagination. Real fear makes sense and is positive. There are facts...

Forgiving Others and Growth in Holiness

One of the seven petitions of the Our Father is “and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us,” a petition the Catechism of the Catholic Church describes as “astonishing.” Our petition will...

Using Petros

About a month ago, I was called a “Francis-Deacon” by a website for the absurdity of saying we should care enough about others to wear a mask in this pandemic. Upon seeing this, I immediately contacted a buddy of mine...