I. Introduction Every year, during the season of Advent, the Church rejoices as the feast of Christmas, the birthday of the Lord, draws near. Listening to the voice of the Lord, the Church invites us to share in a joy that is even greater than the problems and anxieties that beset us and the dangers...Read More

I. Introduction A. Dear Sisters, During this Holy Mass, all of us your friends and co-workers, join you in praying that the Holy Spirit will overshadow you as today you begin your General Chapter. It is more than a time of electing leadership and making decisions. More than that, your Chapter is a moment of...Read More

I. Introduction Father Lacey, Father Bowen, Father McGovern, priests, deacons, Sr. Maria Luz, women and men religious, members of Karen’s family, her friends and co-workers, all dear friends in Christ: Today the Church consecrates Karen Bartos to a life of virginity. As we heard in the reading from the prophet Hosea, God has called Karen...Read More

I. Introduction A. I am delighted to comment on the important book of Professors Schindler and Healy on the formation and interpretation of Dignitatis Humanae (DH), Freedom, Truth, and Human Dignity (FTHD). In the interest of full disclosure, let me say that this text has been very helpful to me in preparing talks leading up...Read More

Introduction Much as you would like to have a lengthy homily this afternoon, I’m afraid I will be unable to accommodate your wishes! Please offer it up! I would like to say a word about the feast, about the readings, and about what both can mean for us in our service to the Church. St....Read More

Introduction What a pleasure to celebrate the beautiful feast of Christ the King with all of you, the family of the Knights of Columbus. For our knighthood is at the service of Jesus Christ, our great King and Shepherd, and our gallant service seeks to advance not an earthly kingdom but rather a kingdom “not...Read More

Introduction I am very happy to be with you this morning at this Sunday worship service here at Bethel A-M-E. I offer my heartfelt thanks to your pastor, Rev. Dr. Frank Reid, III for so kindly inviting me to worship with you today and for the privilege of sharing the pulpit from which he preaches...Read More

Introduction It is a joy to visit with you this evening and to celebrate the Vigil of All Saints’ Day. I’ve been going from parish to parish for Saturday evening or Sunday Mass but it has taken a lot longer than I ever imagined. So I’m happy to be here at long last! I am...Read More