On Mondays, I answer questions frequently asked by those considering a return to the Catholic Church. How do I know this stuff? I was away for more than 30 years myself, and am the co-author of When They Come Home: Ways to Welcome Returning Catholics, a book for pastors and parish leaders interested in this ministry.… Continue reading Returning Catholics FAQs: Divorce and Communion
Month: February 2016
Wednesday’s Woman: St. Marguerite Bourgeoys
Note: To observe the Jubilee Year of Mercy (which runs through November 20), for several weeks I am featuring women who exemplify one of the corporal or spiritual works of mercy. Today: Instruct the ignorant. The Basics: Born April 17, 1620, in France; died January 12, 1700, in Canada; canonized October 31, 1982, by John Paul… Continue reading Wednesday’s Woman: St. Marguerite Bourgeoys
Setting Things Aright
Note: On Tuesdays and some Sundays, you can find me at Your Daily Tripod, owned by my friend TonyD. A longer version of the post below appears there. About ten years ago, I went to a penance service with a good friend. We cracked wise and giggled a bit during the goings-on, but grew quieter and… Continue reading Setting Things Aright
Returning Catholics FAQs: Why Do I Care?
On Mondays, I answer questions frequently asked by those considering a return to the Catholic Church. How do I know this stuff? I was away for more than 30 years myself, and am the co-author of When They Come Home: Ways to Welcome Returning Catholics, a book for pastors and parish leaders interested in this ministry.… Continue reading Returning Catholics FAQs: Why Do I Care?