The other day I had promised the boys that we would eat lunch out. They were excited because they hoped that meant fast food in a box that comes with a toy.I had a different idea.I thought we would pick a lunch with at least a vague semblance of nutrition—andRead More

John and I usually go house hunting without the boys, but today John was busy packing and preparing for the move. And we were clearly in the way.There were two open houses I wanted to attend, and I had two preschoolers who were willing to accompany me—and a few hoursRead More

Father Christopher Whatley is convinced that believers around the world have a powerful new friend in heaven.Read More

Photo by George MatysekJust before Teresa’s funeral procession began this morning, Fr. Christopher Whatley turned and placed his hand on the small pink casket behind him. That simple motion, that gentle touch, was so caring and pastoral, it brought tears to my eyes.Father’s gesture made me think of how ourRead More

The Catholic Review will sponsor a trip to Ireland Oct. 7-16.Read More

Service is a regular part of life for the Sniezek family, parishioners of St. Louis in Clarksville.Read More

The 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled July 3 that the City of Baltimore deserves an opportunity to pursue full discovery, a chance to ask questions and gain more information, in a lawsuit brought against it by a Baltimore pregnancy help center and St. Brigid Catholic Church in Canton.Read More

Here is a sampling of news and information from Catholic schools.Read More