by Dr. Anne DeSantis
One of the beatitudes given to us by Jesus on the Sermon on the Mount is “blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God” (Matthew 5:3-12). Jesus was a peacemaker, and he calls all of us to do the same in our daily lives. The Catechism of the...
by Laura Hensley
It is said all the time, “If God would only give proof of his existence, I would believe.” or “Why doesn’t he give us a sign and so more would believe.” Or even, “Unless I see the mark of the nails on his hands and put my finger into the...
by Caroline Godin
As a child, I would watch the Communion line and look at all the different people walking by to and from the altar. Tall, short, young, old, sloppy, well-kempt, and so on. My parents taught me how to receive the Holy Eucharist and, as I grew into an adult, I’ve...
by Jenna Kandas
The Dominican Order recently opened a double year jubilee celebration in honor of Thomas Aquinas. July 18, 2023 marked 700 years since his canonization and was the beginning of this two year extravaganza. March 7, 2024 will mark 750 years from his death, and the...
by Dr. Anne DeSantis
Justice is one of the four cardinal virtues of our Catholic Faith. Justice is the moral virtue that consists in the firm and constant will to give their due to God and neighbor. As people of faith, living out and seeking justice in our world is an obligation to do...
by Dr. Anne DeSantis
In family life, there are various occasions to exercise the spiritual work of mercy of forgiving all injuries. This is one of the most important of the spiritual works of mercy because it is something that needs to be done often. Every day there are occasions where we...
