Father's Focus
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Happy Feast Day!
Today we celebrate the feast of our patron, St. Francis of Assisi. This year is especially meaningful for us because... Read More
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In Giving We Receive
When I think about stewardship, I often think about the family in which I was raised. I am one of... Read More
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Unbound by Forgiveness
The meaning of the Gospel, Matthew 18:21–35, is pretty obvious: forgiveness. One of the things I focus on in confession,... Read More
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Making a Good and Concise Confession
Last weekend’s Gospel is about reconciliation; it begins with a very important statement about the authority Jesus gives to His... Read More
Morality Matters
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Being Pro-Life in a Culture of Death
Originally published Oct. 2023 As you know, October is Respect Life Month, a month the Church in the United States... Read More
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Cultivating Patience in Daily Life
“Patience reflects trust in God’s timing and grace in dealing with others.” One of the more difficult things for most... Read More
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Skipping Communion – A Sign of Reverence
At many Sunday Masses, it can feel like everyone goes forward to receive the Eucharist. For Catholics who remain in... Read More
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Overcoming Anger & Seeking Reconciliation
Focus: Anger, if left unchecked, can damage the soul; reconciliation brings healing and peace. Catechism: 2302-2303, 1431 | Scripture: Ephesians... Read More