Dec 4, 2023
We are now in Advent, a time of preparation that directs our hearts and minds to the birth of Our Lord at Christmas and, ultimately, the second coming of Christ at the end of time. Therefore, be vigilant, watchful, and alert as you become ready and prepared to meet him. Use these next weeks to focus on what lies ahead....
Nov 27, 2023
As we are in the midst of yet another hectic holiday, I hope that all of you will experience the joy, the excitement and the elation of this time of year. This season offers us two invitations that are far more important than shopping and social gatherings: the invitation to forgive others, and to serve others. This is...
Nov 20, 2023
This week, as we either travel or welcome family and friends to our homes for Thanksgiving, we must remind ourselves that this special day is much more than dinner and dialogue. To truly appreciate the warmth this season brings, commit to doing three things: First, set aside time each day this week to pray, giving...
Nov 17, 2023
On this week's episode, Bishop Burbidge:
- Recaps the
USCCB plenary assembly
and
what he found most
memorable from hearing about his brother bishops’
participation
in the
Synod
-
Entrusts the removal of
Bishop
Strickland as
bishop of Tyler, Texas to the Holy Spirit and invites us
to pray for him
- Explains...
Nov 13, 2023
We remain united in our prayer for peace throughout our world, especially in those lands torn apart by war and violence. We also pray for peace in our own lives. That special gift is ours when we live in right relationship with ourselves and show gratitude for the precious gift of life with which God has blessed us, and...