Psalm 41:3 says, "The Lord sustains them on their sickbed and restores them from their bed of illness." This Bible verse encapsulates what faith in God can provide in the toughest of times: comfort, ...

Every December 17th, the Catholic Church commemorates St. Lazarus, the head of a household where Jesus felt loved. Known as the Saint of Miracles, believers say he has the power to intercede with God ...

Father Andrew Menke, executive director of the U.S. bishops’ Secretariat of Divine Worship, said that he hopes the potential new prayer book will be helpful for laypeople who want to minister to the ...

Last week I wrote about Vickie, a parishioner who recently died of cancer. I talked about her journey to faith, and how that faith ultimately buoyed her and others during her illness. Something I didn ...

Pope Francis smiles and greets visitors during his weekly general audience in St. Peter's Square at the Vatican Nov. 6, 2024. (CNS photo/Pablo Esparza) making it his special task to care for those who ...

Last week I wrote about Vickie, a parishioner who recently died of cancer. I talked about her journey to faith, and how that faith ultimately buoyed her and others during her illness. Something I didn ...