February 2, 2025 “And you, yourself, a sword will pierce…”— Simeon to the Blessed Mother At least since 381, the Feast of Candlemas has been observed on February 2. It is still celebrated with great joy around the world, marking the Presentation of Jesus in the Temple...
February 1, 2025 “We shall never know all the good that a simple smile can do.”— Mother Teresa The following reflection is a reader favorite, which we are running again. It is taken from a speech about the importance of smiling, which was given by college freshman...
January 31, 2025 “My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God, my Savior, for he has looked with favor on his lowly servant.”— Virgin Mary Think for a moment about the Virgin Mary’s role in God’s plan for all of humanity. A simple,...
January 30, 2025 “O my God, how I pity those people who do not believe in eternal life”— St. Faustina Most of us have never been there … but many have. There are countless accounts about visits to Heaven from people who’ve had near-death experiences. They have existed...
January 29, 2025 Remembering Monsignor Richard Shea By Tom Matthews One of my earliest interactions with Monsignor Richard Shea was 40 years ago. I’ve never forgotten it. Father Shea, who died recently at 88, was the principal of St. Joseph High School in Trumbull,...
January 28, 2025 Do you ever reflect on the people in your life who were loving and supportive and made a real difference to you? Although many of these special people may have passed away, you hold them close to your heart. Here is a beautiful prayer written by the...
