Post-Enlightenment Political Philosophers pushed the Separation of Church and State. The Founding of the United States enshrines a more evolved understanding of this Political Principle. Fr. Bill talks about the difference, and how the United States understanding of this Principle is actually expressed in the Bible.

One of the traditions of celebrating and receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation is the choosing of a "Confirmation Name". Fr. Bill discusses the practice of choosing a name, how to choose, the importance of the name, and the clumsy practices surrounding it, especially as the Sacrament of Confirmation is celebrated.

Many news reporters and spectators described the Total Solar Eclipse of April 8, 2024 as a "Spiritual" Experience.

Fr. Bill breaks down what this reflects in the overall spirituality and religiosity of the nation, as well as how the image of a Solar Eclipse fits into the symbolism and spirituality of Christianity.

Holy Week wraps up the Season of Lent. Fr. Bill talks about the events that happen and the feasts that are celebrated leading up to Easter Sunday and the 50 days of the Easter Season.

Lent inevitably ends with the 50-day celebration of the Resurrection of Jesus. Fr. Bill talks about how the Resurrection is presented in the Gospels, what patterns they follow, what themes they present, and how we can encounter the Risen Jesus continually as His Followers.

Jesus does not suggest forgiveness, He requires it of His followers. Fr. Bill discuses the many angles and layers of forgiveness, what is at stake, and what should motivate us to obey that command from Jesus.

With sacrifice comes Temptation. Fr. Bill talks about how we invite Temptation as an essential part of Lent and how resisting Temptation benefits us Spiritually.

Lent always includes some element of Sacrifice. Fr. Bill talks about what practices accompany the observance of Lent, what they accomplish and why they are important.

Fr. Bill talks about "Desert Spirituality", its grounding in Holy Scripture, and how it fits into the annual observance of Lent.

Heads exploded on Social Media last week when the Vatican issued its new Declaration On the Pastoral Meaning of Blessings. Fr. Bill refrained from participating in the commentary, until now. His take on the Declaration is a little different than what has been widespread on Social Media as he shares his Reaction to the Reaction.