When I was growing up, my mom used to make a point about switching our normal weekend Mass attendance during Advent from Sunday mornings to Saturday evenings. She would say that there is something about attending Mass in the dark that helps us feel the season of...
Advent is here and Jesus reminds us to be attentive and stay awake! Damian Torres-Botello, SJ, kicks off a brand new season and new look to the One-Minute Homily. Based on the readings for Sunday, December 1. It’s Advent! Stay awake! Let the waiting begin! Hello! I’m...
Some people have lovely Thanksgivings with perfectly trimmed turkeys, eaten in reasonable portions, and lit expertly for a picturesque Instagram. This prayer is for everyone else. All-seeing God, It’s a chore to dine with these people. Every time I go home, I’m...
Ignatius tells us that we have to choose which king we will serve. To serve Christ the king is to be a prophet. David Inczauskis, SJ, reflects on this call in this week’s One-Minute Homily. Based on the readings for Sunday, November...
The Bronx is burning. Not with arson or violence, but with the love of God and the prayers of his faithful ones. The Bronx was the borough on fire. At least that’s what earned its reputation in the 70’s and 80’s. When Americans turned on New York...
