Madonna and Child (Our Lady of Sorrows) Nick Leeper, SJ, 2026 Acrylic, Ink, and Gold and Silver Leaf on Linen Panel 19.75” x 13.75” Brooklyn, NYC – – – Visual Introduction An aproned woman in blue stands smiling, overwhelmed with joy, hugging her new...
Mothers show the way for their children. Greg Okumu, SJ reflects how this feast invites Christians to view Mary as our guide to heaven. Based on the readings for the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Where I am, my mother may also be! Hi, I’m...
Would you recognize Mary’s voice if she were knocking at your door? Conan Rainwater, SJ, reflects on the importance of drawing close to our Mother Mary in these final days of Advent. Based on the readings for the Fourth Sunday of Advent. Is that Aunt Mary I...
Lent is a popular time to reflect and meditate on the seven last words of Jesus. Perhaps we should make Advent a popular time to do the same with what may have been the seven first words of Jesus. During Advent, we hear one of the most frequently heard Gospel stories...
“You Catholics don’t worship God, you worship Mary.” “Why are there more pictures of Mary than there are of Jesus in that church?” “Must be cool being part of a religion with a goddess.” It might surprise some, but these are all comments that I have heard first-hand....