December's Great Hope
As December commences, the season of Advent dawns this year. Fittingly, December 1 marks two beginnings, making one think more ...
Preparing for Christmas When Advent is so Busy
It’s that time of year. Shop windows fill up with brightly-coloured, twinkly light holiday displays, and living room windows fi...
Fasting and Feasting During Advent
Feasting has certainly become part of many traditions, including during the holy days Advent and Christmas, but a less common p...
Advent: Preparing for Jesus' Three Arrivals
Most Wednesday mornings in Rome the Pope gives an audience in St. Peter’s square. It is a highly anticipated event! People line...
An Invitation to Come Home this Christmas
Christmas is here! It's a season full of homecomings and reunions with family and friends.
Today, Fr. Mark-Mary invites eac...
How to Celebrate Christmas When Life Is Hard
Have you ever heard the song "I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day"? Have you listened to the lyrics carefully? It's not exactl...
Ten Messages for Young Catholics in Elite Sports
For 17 years our kids have been active in elite sports. It can feel like a grind at times but it has provided valuable lessons ...
God's Process for Growing a Leader
Character is the essence of leadership – not skill or talent or strategy or personality.
Even non-religious leaders affirm the...
Advent: Watchful and Joyful Waiting Time – ZENIT – English
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