Author Archives: Father Michael Sliney, LC

“There is nothing more beautiful than to be surprised by the Gospel, by the encounter with Christ. There is nothing more beautiful than to know him and to speak to others of our friendship with him.” (Pope Benedict XVI) The … Continue reading →

“He is with me, and what can I fear?…I look neither behind nor before, only UP.” (Blessed Elizabeth Ann Seton) Tomorrow morning, 49 of our young men will be ordained priests in Rome. I still remember the morning of my … Continue reading →

“Very many out there fail to become Christians simply because there is nobody available to make them Christian.”  (St. Francis Xavier) I am amazed how many formal and informal dinner parties, fundraisers and events are continually happening here in Washington, … Continue reading →

“Christian charity ought not to be content with not hating our enemies and loving them as brothers; it also demands that we treat them with kindness.”  (Pope Benedict XV) This photo says it all.  The Pope went to visit his … Continue reading →

“By her maternal charity, Mary cares for the brethern of her Son who still wander through this world in the midst of dangers and difficulties until they are led to the happiness of their heavenly home.” (Vatican II, Lumen Gentium, … Continue reading →

“A serene and constructive home environment, with its duties and its affections, is the first school of work and the best place in which a person may discover his potential, nurture his ambitions, and foster his most noble aspirations. Moreover, … Continue reading →

“If, then, you seek to know what path to follow, take Christ because he is the way.” (St. Thomas Aquinas) Christ came to serve. We have a big “Angel for a Day” event coming up this Saturday to serve the … Continue reading →

“What matters above all is to tend one’s personal relationship with God, with that God who revealed himself to us in Christ.” (Pope Benedict XVI) Our Faith is more than going to Mass on Sunday. Our Faith is more than … Continue reading →

“There was once a common understanding in our society among men that there are standards of action and behavior to which men should hold themselves. Men, the code dictates, among other things, keep their word, whether in writing or not, … Continue reading →

“God is watching us as we battle and fight in the combat of faith.  His angels are watching us, and so is Christ.”  (St. Cyprian) In just a few days, we will all be sitting with family members, cousins and … Continue reading →