While we can always be mindful of those who have gone before us, November is considered a special time to pray for the dead. We begin the month on November 1st first with the celebration of All Saints’ Day. Anytime I speak of the saints I always like to begin with clearing up a misconception [...]
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The Solemnity of All Saints
Today we celebrate the Solemnity of All Saints. It is a holy day of obligation, meaning that we should all gather at Church for Mass today. It is a solemnity and a holy day of obligation because of the important role that saints have in our Catholic theology. We probably all know the names of [...]
The Saints Are Examples To Us
When we think of saints, the first thing that comes to mind is often ‘people that are in heaven.’ The second thing that might come to mind is that we pray for their intercession. I emphasize ‘for their intercession’ because we do not pray for the saints to do miracles for us. Rather, we pray [...]
Lord, This is the People That Longs to See Your Face
“Lord, this is the people that longs to see our face.” This is the responsorial verse for today’s readings. Today we celebrate the feast of All Saints. Throughout the year, there are countless saints who are honored with a feast day. There are many people who have never been declared a saint but are, in [...]
Remembering the North American Martyrs
Today (October 19th) we celebrate the memorial of St. Isaac Jogues, St. John De Brebeuf, and their companions. They are the first North American Martyrs to be officially recognized by the Church. They are part of our heritage as American Catholics. They were part of a group of French Jesuits who came to Quebec in [...]