September 11, 2024 When singer Alan Jackson first learned about the terrorist attacks of 9/11, he wanted to write a song expressing his emotions, but as hard as he tried, he couldn’t. “I didn’t want to write a patriotic song,” Jackson said. “And I...
September 10, 2024 In the introduction to his book, “The Art of Losing: Poems of Grief and Healing,” Kevin Young discusses his personal loss with the death of his father and the places where grief can take us on our healing journey: “To lose someone today is to go...
September 9, 2024 When I’m gone, remember I’m with Jesus When I’m gone, remember I’m with Jesus.Do not grieve because I’ve passed away.Life holds so many griefs and disappointments,And will you weep because I did not stay?’Tis only for a spell we must be parted.Not...
September 8, 2024 The following column by Emily Clark first appeared in Fairfield County Catholic. Today, we observe National Pet Memorial Day. Six years ago, I finally relented, giving in to the pleas of my daughters (and my husband), and agreed to adopt a pet. I...
September 7, 2024 Divine Guidance By Carol Ann Fong When people get you down,think about God’s goodness. When you’re in despairsing praises of loveto the Great God above. When things seem hopeless,ask Godto fill your heartwith overflowing gladness. When no one seems...
September 6, 2024 “Suicide is one moment of weakness in a courageous fight for life.”— Author unknown In this booklet, “Divine Mercy After Suicide,” Fr. Chris Alar, MIC, shares his personal experiences with suicide and offers a perspective for Catholics that provides...
