The final theme of Catholic Social Teaching that we will examine in this series is care for creation.

Insights from the Stations

In our second year of Via Fidelis, we turn our focus to refreshing our knowledge of the faith as a diocesan family.

Bishop Fabre-Jeune says the Catechism is “a roadmap that can form our minds and consciences with the doctrinal, sacramental, moral and spiritual teachings of the Church”.

Many people call themselves Catholic, but today there are many different understandings of what that means.

There is a difference between “regret” and “repentance.” It is good to have both, but we need at least one of these.

Do you know the historical reasons why Jesus was condemned to death?

What is catechesis?

Turibius Alfonso was serving as a Grand Inquisitor in Spain when King Philip II commanded that he become as a missionary archbishop.

“I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me” (Jn 14:6).

The face of Christ is around us in everyone we meet.

"...weariness of the soul must needs be remedied by resting the soul; and the soul’s rest is pleasure.”

St. Paul’s admonition that we ought to “pray always” (1 Thes 5:17) might also be translated as practical advice that we pray any way we can.

An evangelizing catechesis is how we teach and learn the Good News

I would like to share with you some reflections on giving, as understood from the teachings and traditions of the Church.

Christ’s mercy is the only answer to society’s troubles.

This journey through the centuries is not merely history — it is an invitation to see radical, caring love as integral to our faith.

St. John Paul II described the common good as both the good of the whole of humanity and each individual.

Let’s glean some wisdom from our heavenly friends in order to take that first step in deepening our relationship with God.

The message of the Gospel that we proclaim is at the heart of all we do as the Church and as individual Christians.

The Solemnity of the Epiphany offers a powerful antidote to many modern images of authority and leadership.

In seeking God’s will—whether in vocation or daily life—we often long for clearer signs, even when his presence feels quiet or hidden.

Through knowing and learning from the poor, we come to know and experience Jesus.

One of the wonders of our Church — and foremost among its blessings — is its catholicity with a little “c.”

I serve at my parish all of the time. Whenever my pastor (or really anyone) asks me to help, I usually say yes.