At times I am overwhelmed by all that is happening in our country and in our world.   There is so much that is contrary to Gospel teaching and our Pledge of Allegiance’s “liberty and justice for all.” I find myself clinging to the scriptural verse proclaimed at Christmas: The light shines in the darkness and the darkness has not overcome it. This deeply held belief brings me hope in my yearning for truth, justice, and respect for the dignity of every human person.   Many of

Joseph is the patron saint of the Universal Church, of workers, travelers and refugees; of fathers and families, the persecuted and the poor

Experiencing moments of both hope and despair, this past month has been emotionally draining for me. I was excited and hopeful when the...