From the Bishops
Participation in civic life is moral responsibility for Catholics
Now that both major political parties have officially nominated their candidates for president and vice-president, we are entering the final... Read more
Bishop: don’t be misled by pro-abortion politicians
Let us not be misled by the public statements and positions of pro-abortion politicians who identify themselves as Catholics. Read more
Religion as sport
My dear friends, Read more
Homily: Mass of the Holy Spirit
After today’s Mass, you will be treated to a talk by Sister Carol Jean Willie on “Catholic Social Teaching, the... Read more
Ponder on Paul
The monsoon season soon ends. The summer heat is somewhat subsiding. School bells are poised to ring, and parents are... Read more
On anniversary of encyclical, church affirms teaching on marriage
This summer marks the 40th anniversary of the encyclical Humanae Vitae (Of Human Life) promulgated by Pope Paul VI on... Read more
There is someone inside our churches who loves us
Occasionally throughout the year I will receive an inquiry from the Holy See about one or other aspect of Catholic... Read more
'Humanae Vitae' – 40th anniversary of a profile in courage
This past July 25 marked the 40th anniversary of Pope Paul VI’s controversial and still little heeded encyclical, “Humanae Vitae”... Read more
Forty years later: Pope's concerns in 'Humanae Vitae' vindicated
Editor’s note: July this year marks the 40th anniversary of Pope Paul VI’s great 1968 encyclical, “Humanae Vitae” (“Of Human... Read more
The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass
PRAISED BE JESUS CHRIST!(Now and Forever) Read more
50 years with the same companion
Since I will be on vacation for a few weeks, I thought I would yield this space to a series... Read more
Catholics should participate in discussion on nature of marriage
Recently, the Supreme Court in the state of California ruled that same sex unions can not only be given the... Read more
Wenski: Save lives, move AIDS bill now
It might seem relatively easy for Congress to reauthorize the lifesaving program for global HIV/AIDS that has enjoyed wide bipartisan... Read more
The Language of the Liturgy: The Value of the New Translations
In Act III, Scene II of The Tragedy of Hamlet, the young prince gives this advice: “Suit the action to... Read more
HAPPY FATHER’S DAY
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Read more
Averting Storms
One of the most compelling scenes of the Gospel is that of Jesus being awaken in the boat by his... Read more
Thoughts on 'Roman Catholics for Obama'
Forty years ago this month Bobby Kennedy was still alive and running for the Democratic Party's 1968 presidential nomination. I... Read more
Our Way to Peace in a Violent World
On March 13, 2008, the body of Chaldean Catholic Archbishop Paulos Faraj Rahho of Mosul was recovered where his kidnappers... Read more
Thank you, Pope Benedict!
My dear friends, Read more
What are God’s plans for you?
I offer this column as an open letter to the young people of our diocese. It is an invitation to... Read more
