Monthly Archives: April 2015

“Unfurl the sails, and let God steer us where He will.” – St. Bede I recently received this text message from a business leader, shortly after we discussed the need to try to bring our friends back to the Sacraments. … Continue reading →

Mother Jones recently published an article about new evidence of racism and the decline of Western Civilization – the evil imposition of three square meals a day. I won’t go through the entire convoluted argument here, but the idea is … Continue reading →

”There is no misery that could be a match for My mercy, neither will misery exhaust it, because as it is being granted-it increases. The soul that trusts in My mercy is most fortunate, because I myself take care of … Continue reading →

“Reach high, for stars lie hidden in your soul. Dream deep, for every dream precedes the goal.” — Bl. Mother Teresa Holy Saturday in Harlem. As we pulled into the Children’s Aid Society, I started humming U2’s Angel of Harlem. … Continue reading →

“Sweet Lord, you are meek and merciful. Who would not give himself wholeheartedly to your service, if he began to taste even a little of your fatherly rule?” — St. Robert Bellarmine Two years before my ordination to the priesthood, … Continue reading →

“The person who gives with a smile is the best giver because God loves a cheerful giver.” – Bl. Mother Teresa It was 10pm on Good Friday. After a grueling day carrying the cross for three hours down Broadway and … Continue reading →

“I thank you my God for watching over my sleep like the fondest of mothers” As I reflect on these words of our morning offering to the trinity, my mind contemplates the image of my Lord watching over my sleep … Continue reading →

What a whirlwind the last few days were! We are all back happy and safe (and excideted to be sleeping in a bed again!) here at the City of Joy. (I should say that we are “almost” all back here…we … Continue reading →

“We ask Jesus, the victor over death, to lighten the sufferings of our many brothers and sisters who are persecuted for his name, and of all those who suffer injustice as a result of ongoing conflicts and violence – and … Continue reading →

“Beware of getting too comfortable. When we are comfortable, it’s easy to forget other people.” – Pope Francis Today is Holy Thursday. Today Our Lord at the Last Supper gave us a new commandment: no longer are we to love … Continue reading →