Faith, Travel, and the Call to Walk in Christ's Footsteps
Healing Comes in Many Forms at Lourdes
When I was young, the ligaments around my knees did not form properly. I struggled walking and bending my constantly aching knees—I actually walked sideways,...
Upon this Rock
When I made my first pilgrimage to the Holy Land in 2015, I was dubious about the authenticity of some sites on the itinerary. Highest...
Making third class relics in the Holy Land (and beyond)
In 2015, I was blessed to go on a pilgrimage to the Holy Land. Everything I saw was new to me and filled my soul...
Semana Santa: Where Holy Week Is a Tradition of Its Own
Catholics around the globe share similar traditions during Holy Week—Stations of the Cross, Passion plays, and, of course, Holy Thursday and Good Friday services. But...
For a new practice, sing and pray the Polish traditional Gorzkie Żale this Lent
Lent is fast approaching. Before the fasting and abstinence of Ash Wednesday of course comes the feasting of Shrove or Fat Tuesday. Cakes and sweets...
St. Sebastian – a brave Christian Witness
I’m part of a team that reviews letters from confirmation candidates (confirmands) to Archbishop Charles Thompson in the Archdiocese of Indianapolis. We make sure that...
