“Asceticism? Isn’t that like wearing hair shirts and whipping and punishing yourself? Does the Church still teach that?” Questions like this are...
In March, Sherry outlined the five thresholds of conversion: initial trust; spiritual curiosity; spiritual openness; spiritual seeking; and intentional discipleship. In looking...
By STEVE CAHALAN Navy Seaman 1st Class George E. Naegle of La Crosse was remembered as a hero at his funeral May 18...
Gordon Crow’s Search for a Church He Can Call ‘Home’ “My decision to join the Catholic Church is based on the fact...
Recently, I began my most extended period of prayer and fasting ever through participation in Exodus 90. It’s a challenging 90-day period...
Currently, four U.S. states (Colorado, Washington, Oregon and Alaska) have legalized the use of recreational marijuana and several other states have legalized...
Brothers Daniel (left) and Thomas Reither follow in their father’s footsteps as active members of their parish music ministry. Sacred music adds...
For many teenagers who see the whole world set out before them with seemingly endless opportunity at their disposal, it is difficult...
“Let marriage be held in honor among all, and let the marriage bed be undefiled, for God will judge the sexually immoral...
The word “novena” is rarely heard these days in the Church. When I was a little boy, my mother was constantly involved...