Author: Biltrix 
Remember the moment!
In the Bible, mountaintops are privileged places for encountering God, for having life-changing experiences of God. And so it is no mere coincidence that Jesus brought his disciples up the mountain to see his transfiguration.
We have all had mountaintop experiences, times or moments when we felt God’s presence almost palpably, and we knew with absolute certainty that he was watching over us and guiding us. More…
First, remember what Lent is all about
If you are having trouble with your Lenten resolution, it probably means you did not pick something too easy, and that’s already a good sign.
Of course, it can also reveal a number of other things about you and that too is a good thing, if you think about it, and I mean iffff you really do think about it. More…
Thank you for teaching us the importance of Gospel Joy with your words and your actions!
The following statement from the USCCB summarizes the first year of his pontificate and expresses our heartfelt gratitude nicely.
STATEMENT OF THE USCCB ADMINISTRATIVE COMMITTEE ON THE ANNIVERSARY OF THE ELECTION OF POPE FRANCIS More…
There is someone far greater than Jonah here
“Father, if you are willing, take this cup away from me; still, not my will but yours be done.”
Jesus said to his detractors:
This generation is an evil generation; it seeks a sign, but no sign will be given it, except the sign of Jonah. More…
Am I my brother’s keeper?
When I give tours at the Metropolitan Art Museum in New York, I like to stop by this paining and not say a word. Eventually, someone asks, “What’s this painting about?”
Most people do not see what’s going at first or even second glance. Surprisingly, some people never see it until you tell them the title of the painting, and even then, some still don’t see what is going on. More…
“The Cross marks out the militant dimension of our existence. With the cross, it is impossible to negotiate. The cross is either embraced or rejected. If we embrace the cross, then by that very decision, we lose our life. We leave it in the hands of God. If we decide to reject it, our lives are left in our own hands, encased in the petty confines of our short horizons More…
Fr Jason Smith
Fasting means going on a disciplined diet. And like all real diets it should be hard.
The purpose is to find out who is in charge: You or your stomach. The battle between the two tempers the will, heightens spiritual sensitivity, and leads us to find strength in God through prayer. More…
Remember you are dust and to dust you will return
Ash Wednesday invites us to stop and think. Did you ever stop and think how odd it is that we get blessed with ashes on this day? The ashes themselves should prompt us to ask this question. More…
Are you thinking of a way to strengthen your prayer and devotion to Christ during Lent? Consider praying with icons. Here are some suggestions and examples to give you an idea of how to use icons for Christian prayer during Lent.
Lent is almost here. I have set up my “beautiful corner” for the prayers and images for the season. I find myself drawn to certain of my icons during Lent, and create a home altar to contemplate and prepare my soul for the celebration of the Resurrection of our Savior.
One prays not “to” icons, but “with” them, and in the presence of the person depicted. An icon represents someone in particular, and we are in their presence of and in communion with the saints and God as we pray. Having the imags in front of me keeps me focussed and cognizant of this, of God’s presence with me every day, of the entire communion of saints praying with me.
I used 3 icons for my Lenten altar: the first is an image called “Extreme Humility”. The model for this icon is Serbian.
Jesus is shown with a part…
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Aging and Disability was the topic of the 20th General Assembly of the Pontifical Academy for Life held on Feb 20-21, 2014 in Rome.
With the advance of medical technology, there is a longer life expectancy worldwide. Along with increased lifespan, More…
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