Why did Jesus ascend into heaven? Grow as a Disciple of Jesus May 1, 2024 Can you imagine the disciples’ emotions as they watched Jesus ascend into heaven? Read More
Salvador Lara Puente and the Martyrs of the Cristero War Saint of the Month May 1, 2024 Feast: May 21 Read More
The risen Jesus is the source of our hope and joy Grow as a Disciple of Jesus Apr 1, 2024 The most profound claim of Christianity is that Jesus died, was sealed in a grave and three days later, was no longer there. Read More
So, Where are We Going? Eucharistic Revival, the National Movement The Real Presence Apr 1, 2024 The idea of a movement is that we are going somewhere, and that somewhere is not Indianapolis. Read More
Conformed & Transformed with the Power of Plastic Beads Team Catholic Apr 1, 2024 For a weekend it feels as though the beads never stop falling from the sky. Read More
Why we struggle to pause and reflect Ask Father Mike Apr 1, 2024 We are so caught up in the need to move on to the next thing that we have lost the ability to pause. Read More
Conversing with God Theology 101 Apr 1, 2024 One of the three major expressions of prayer offered to us by our Catholic Tradition is vocal prayer. Read More
The Last Things First Apr 1, 2024 Why dwell on end-time topics in a season full of Alleluias? Read More
The Impact of the Annunciation in Our Day Apr 1, 2024 Celebrating Mary’s acceptance of being the Mother of God has much to teach us about the way we operate. Read More
A spiritual exercise inspired by St. Catherine of Siena Spiritual Fitness Apr 1, 2024 St. Catherine of Siena, whose feast we celebrate this month, is one of four women recognized as a Doctor of the Church. Read More
The Trinity Pondered View from the Pew Apr 1, 2024 I'm going to go big like St. Augustine and ponder the Trinity! Read More
St. Margaret of Castello Saint of the Month Apr 1, 2024 Margaret of Castello is a model not only for undying faith in the Lord, but also that all life has value. Read More
My dear brothers and sisters in Christ - March 2024 From the Bishop Mar 1, 2024 As we know that in Lent we are meant to pray and fast, I wanted to offer a short reflection on the first pillar: prayer. Read More
When it feels like my prayers don’t do anything Ask Father Mike Mar 1, 2024 This is a great question because it reveals you are aware of God’s desire that we turn to him in our need. Read More
March is the perfect month to lead us to Easter Ordinary Time Mar 1, 2024 Some say March goes “in like a lion and out like a lamb.” However, ... Read More
The biblical basis for the sacraments at the service of communion Theology 101 Mar 1, 2024 Communion is both the source of and destiny planned for humanity. Read More
Seeking Lenten transformation Grow as a Disciple of Jesus Mar 1, 2024 This Lent is a God-given opportunity to start, continue or restart the transformation Jesus desires for us. Read More
St. Casimir of Poland Saint of the Month Mar 1, 2024 Although this saint was born into nobility, he dedicated his life to the King above all kings. Read More
A spiritual exercise inspired by St. Augustine Spiritual Fitness Mar 1, 2024 Let us take time to reflect on just one passage from the Confessions, as Augustine looked back on his earlier life. Read More
Celebrating the ‘Lord of Miracles’ Your Faith Feb 1, 2024 St. Mary Magdalene Church has made a point of celebrating the various traditions and cultures that make up the diverse Simpsonville parish. Read More
Commitment Lenten Lessons from a Potty Training Toddler Team Catholic Feb 1, 2024 We can hope things “just happen,” but this Lenten season offers designated time and space to commit to making things happen. Read More
Eucharistic Congresses and the Church The Real Presence Feb 1, 2024 Eucharistic congresses are a sign of communion with the universal Church. Read More
Catholic Appeal of South Carolina Your Faith Feb 1, 2024 Transforming our hearts as good stewards of God’s grace Read More
A Healing Miracle and the Blessings of Chronic Illness Your Faith Feb 1, 2024 Living with diabetes has given Sister Pam Smith a tremendous sense of gratitude — for even the smallest things. Read More