The Difference Between Law & Ethics

The Difference Between Law & Ethics

By Brother Brian Boyle, C.PP.S. In a class I took 10 years ago, my classmates and I were asked to explain the difference between law and ethics. I responded, “Rosa Parks did the right thing (ethics) by not relinquishing a bus seat to a white passenger. That act broke...
The Difference Between Law & Ethics

A Promise of Peace and Mercy

By Fr. Bill Nordenbrock, C.PP.S. Frequently someone has confessed to me, “Father, I know that I am supposed to forgive them, but I just can’t.” In their words I can hear the pain that they still carry. In their words I can hear their need and desire to be healed. Just...

Fr. Brunner Peace and Justice Grants

Applications are now available for the 2022–23 Fr. Brunner Peace and Justice Grants, to be awarded by the Cincinnati Province of the Missionaries of the Precious Blood. Grants will be awarded in amounts up to $5,000 and must have a C.PP.S. sponsor. The application...
Presiding Takes Practice

Presiding Takes Practice

From the view from the pew, a Mass is supposed to flow. Liturgy of the Word, Liturgy of the Eucharist, from procession to recession, it should be a seamless garment. But it unfolds that way usually only with planning and practice. And when there’s a new guy on the...
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