For many of us the question of God’s existence seems more an accusation against Christianity than a question, yet it is a fair question, and there are many who sincerely ask it.
Archives for December 2023
The Holy Innocents: A Reflection on Evil
Wise men came from the East in search of the newborn king of the Jews. But when king Herod heard of this, “he was troubled,” for in his envy he feared this little infant would one day claim his throne.
Feast of the Holy Innocents: Say ‘NO’ to Legalized Abortion
On December 28th in the Octave of Christmas we commemorate the Feast of the Holy Innocents. The readings for the Liturgy remind us of the nature of evil: it hates life!
A Christmas Reflection on Trust In Providence
We often set off on an unceasing quest to distance ourselves from every anxiety, and thus begin to live in such a way as to constantly seek change for “the better.” There is a self-inflicted stress in such a life; a nervous movement toward some savored goal.
The Deacon Saint Stephen the Proto-Martyr
In the Catholic Church, Christmas is celebrated for eight days (Octave, from the Latin Octava) and opens up into a wonderful liturgical season of Christmas. On this second day of the Octave of Christmas we commemorate the great Proto-Martyr (First Martyr) of the Church, St. Stephen, the Deacon.