In my past few articles, I’ve shared the various liturgies, programs, and activities that Holy Cross Parish in South Bend has sponsored thus far in...
Homily: “That’s What I’m For”
The following is the text from Fr. Drew Clary, C.S.C.'s homily on April 23, 2024, the second anniversary of...
Journeying with Jesus and the Eucharist
In my previous few articles, I’ve shared with you the various elements we’ve incorporated thus far into our parish observance of this year’s...
Moreau’s Meditation on the Resurrection
Moreau wrote his own version of Ignatius of Loyola’s Spiritual Exercises, adapting them to what he saw as the particular needs of the religious...
New Life and Renewed Spirit
The first year of teaching always comes with challenges. My first year as a teacher was the 2021–2022 school year, when I taught fifth grade at St....
Forty Hours Devotion at Holy Cross Parish
I’m pleased to continue to share with you highlights of the Forty Hours Devotion that Holy Cross Parish celebrated last fall as part of our parish...
Ministering in Prayer
Just a few days ago, the novices returned from their winter ministry experience. Each year, right around the mid-point of the novitiate, the men are...
Taking Up the Cross
Within the past few weeks, I have celebrated three funerals here at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, beginning on our Founder, Blessed Basil...
Catholic Schools Week and the Passing Down of Faith
It was always one of my favorite weeks when I was in school. It was one of my favorite weeks when I taught fifth grade. It is still one of my...