The daring duo
The young man approached the manager of Duffy’s Circus and asked for a job as a lion tamer. So the manager took him to...
Setting a moral vision as parents
When I was recently visiting with friends, a group of young girls was playing in a neighboring yard. Every few minutes, for more than...
A simple action is not so simple
The smallest of actions can lead to powerful reactions. I’m convinced that no matter what we do in life, no matter how seemingly inconsequential...
Called to walk in newness of life
We were celebrating the Easter Vigil Mass at the nursing home. Sister Claire nudged me to get the hand bells ready. As I rang...
The daring duo
The young man approached the manager of Duffy’s Circus and asked for a job as a lion tamer. So, the manager took him to...
Suicidal fears and authentic accompaniment
When we realize that someone we love may be suicidal, it can be complicated to figure out how best to respond. The threat of...
Set ablaze: An adolescent’s reflection and the power of purpose
Teenage parishioners are most known for their car washes, fundraising efforts, setting up and breaking-down events or their works of service within parish life....
Where is everyone?
Usually, bidding adieu to the month of May is more of a good riddance. It’s become the norm for us here in Southeastern Massachusetts...
Shabbat shalom!
When I was in the fifth or sixth grade my parents started allowing me to go places unsupervised with friends. We used to go...
A sap falling from a maple
Unbelievably, we are already in the first week of May. May conjures up many memories; the supposed warm up from a nasty April, my...
