About those vaccines for COVID-19....

Posted by St. Joseph

Several people have asked me whether it is permissible to take the Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine as it becomes available. The Church bottom line is this. Yes, in good conscience, it is permissible to receive the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines. Future vaccines may be more compromised regarding use ... Read More »

The Holy Family

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On this Feast of the Holy Family, we have an opportunity to reflect on the lives of Mary, Joseph and Jesus. This reflection might initially lead us to the conclusion that our own families can't compare to theirs. Yet, the Holy Family is simply a mirror of what our ... Read More »

4th Sunday of Advent

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My childhood memories of Christmas still influence my hopes and faith today. Using those memories, it is very easy for all of us to romanticize the holidays. The common experiences of a lightly falling snow, fog gathering on the window as dinner is prepared, colorful cookies of various traditions ... Read More »

3rd Sunday of Advent

Posted by St. Joseph

Even as we await a possible end to a global pandemic, our stress over the upcoming holiday is beginning to build. The pressures of making shopping lists, decorating the home and yard, finding the perfect cards, fighting through crowded shopping arenas, baking everyone’s favorite family recipes, and hoping you ... Read More »

2nd Sunday of Advent

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Advent is upon us and much work remains to be done as we prepare for Christmas. Today I want to discuss why going to confession is necessary and  beneficial. As we get closer to Christmas, this column should be a timely reminder that the season is about more than ... Read More »

November 29, 2020 1st Sunday of Advent

Posted by St. Joseph

As we approach this Advent Season, we long with eager hearts for the coming of the Christ Child. In the cold, dark nights of winter the ever-brighter lights and festive spirit promise hope to a fallen world.

Through the Incarnation (God becoming Man) we discover the love of God ... Read More »

November 22, 2020 Christ the King

Posted by St. Joseph

A few years back, a former Vicar for Clergy in our Diocese, sent me a strongly worded letter to the effect that "we don't talk about Jesus as Victor! Such language is of the past!" I informed him thatthe advanced degree in theology he attained was an obvious waste ... Read More »

November 15, 2020

Posted by St. Joseph

I usually get several questions regarding the Sacrament of Confession (Reconciliation) throughout the year and thought this would be a good time to provide you with the most common answers, just in case any of you had the same questions but were afraid to ask.

Q: Can't I talk ... Read More »

Veterans Day

Posted by St. Joseph

This next Wednesday we honor our nation’s military veterans from all of our wars and their service during peace. I believe all veterans should be honored for their sacrifice in body and spirit, but also for the memories they bear. Many have seen selfless service during times of natural ... Read More »

All Saints Day

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Dear Friends,

This weekend we celebrate the beautiful and holy feast of All Saints. This doctrine of the Church comes to us from the very beginning of the Christian Faith. This wonderful teaching expresses our common belief that those who have led heroic Christian lives are now with God ... Read More »