“Lo, the Day is Coming”

“Lo, the Day is Coming”

By Deacon Greg Evers, C.PP.S. At this point in the liturgical year, we are mere weeks away from marking the end of Ordinary time. A new liturgical year begins with Advent. Our readings at Mass make a turn toward discussing the end times, often using very vivid and...
The Missionaries’ Unique Heritage

The Missionaries’ Unique Heritage

Missionaries of the Precious Blood were reminded that they carry a unique heritage, and that the people of Sonnino, Italy remember. Fr. Dennis Chriszt, C.PP.S., was the homilist during a Mass celebrated on the Solemnity of St. Gaspar, October 21, at St. Charles Center...
“Could This Be Me Someday?”

“Could This Be Me Someday?”

This article was originally published in the quarterly magazine of the Religious Formation Conference and is reprinted with permission.  By Deacon Gregory Evers, C.PP.S. When we reach certain milestones in our lives and careers, I have found that reflecting on the...
How Do We Stay Faithful?

How Do We Stay Faithful?

By Sr. Mary Garascia, CPPS When I was on staff at a parish in Denver, I knew a woman named Margaret who had seven children. Her husband died and she married another, but after a few years, he got cancer and also died. Then after that, two college-aged children were...
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