The word “Advent” derives from the Latin adventus, meaning “coming.”

The time spent planning, shopping, wrapping, and assembling is all worth it when they see the gifts.

I feel your heartbreak, and as a priest, I know it well. I have walked with six distinct congregations.

Saints for kids

During Advent, we undertake a spiritual journey to meet the infant Christ.

Sainthood seems unattainable until you realize: all the saints were just like us, but with an unshakable faith they relentlessly pursued.

Some might wonder: why are bread and wine necessary for the Eucharist?

As Christ's faithful followers, we are charged with accompanying those who have died.

St. Frances Xavier Cabrini, the first U.S. citizen to be canonized, is a role model to all who face adversity.

A simple yet powerful prayer.

I don’t know how to deal with all the pressure I am feeling.

We are called to trust and believe what God has revealed about himself through sacred Scripture.

The reality is that we know very little about author of the Gospel of Mark.

Jesus is not requiring you to get into shouting matches with people who only want to shout.

To live fully in Christ, we should consider how we can give our best selves to God.

Over the years, I have been laying out what I take to be the basics of evangelization.

Sharing food is more than just meeting someone’s immediate, material needs.

In spite of his short life, St. Gerard was considered a saint by the people he served..

Jesus’ powerful words in the Gospel of Matthew form the basis for the traditional list of the works of mercy.

Fr. Joe answers questions on Catholic practice vs. Protestant practice.

Forgiveness is not optional in the life of a disciple.

The first Korean-born Catholic priest courageously practiced, spread and died for his faith.

Often when we think about mission, our eyes lift and we scan the horizon.

After the death of her husband, St. Jane Frances de Chantal attended a Lenten program in 1604.

Picking up good holy habits will keep us spiritually healthy.