From the death of Monsignor Valenzano to the story of a match made for heaven, check out the most-read stories at CatholicReview.org for 2015.Read More
The holiday season is particularly tough for those who are in mourning. With an emphasis on families and togetherness, while being bright and merry, this time of year is often dreaded by those who suffer from grief, sickness, loneliness, and heartache. Last week I shared reflections and advice for theRead More
Long before we trim the tree and wrap the gifts and bake the cookies, we start setting our expectations for Christmas.We imagine hugging and laughing with family.We picture our children’s eyes aglow as they unwrap the toys of their dreams.We dream of a holiday full of peace and togetherness andRead More
God indeed has a plan for each of us. He has determined, in his wisdom and love, the best way for us to get to our goal, which is full union with him.Read More
An investigation by the Diocese of Salt Lake City into a report that a consecrated host at a Catholic church allegedly was bleeding has concluded the host did not bleed and the change in its appearance was caused by red bread mold.Read More
When our kindergartener came home from school the other day, he was full of smiles and candy canes and energy.“Today Santa came to our school!” he told me. “And he was the real Santa, Mama! He knew my name! I didn’t have to tell him!”It wasn’t that he had aRead More