The Catholic Cafe

Most of us in the United States of America cherish, and sometimes must even fight for, our freedoms. But, we must also realize the great responsibility and accountability that comes with that freedom.

The Gospel account of the interaction between Jesus and the hemorrhaging woman, and his subsequent healing of her, speaks volumes to us even today, as we desire to be healed.

As we continue in the Year of Saint Joseph, we can see in Jospeh himself a path, a role model for all men, especially fathers.

The parable of the mustard seed teaches us that the smallest amount of faith is all that is necessary for God to accomplish great things. So each of us needs to examine our lives and seek out those small mustard seed opportunities wherever we can find them.

Viaticum, or Eucharist for the dying, is usually reserved for Catholics nearing transition to eternity. But, perhaps, if we view every day as possibly our last, we can receive Holy Communion with a new understanding of Heavenly Food for the journey.

Because the Most Holy Trinity is relational by definition, we benefit from having distinct and specific relationships with each Divine Person of the Trinity.

Jordan Burke joins us to discuss his new podcast calling us to Do The Harder Thing and shows us how to find hope even when burdened down by habitual sin.

Jesus told us he had to ascend to heaven so that the Father could send us the Holy Spirit. This takes an element of trust on our part that the Father has a plan for us.

The Apostle John tells us that whoever does not love, does not know God. Understanding what love is, and what love is not, is key to living the Christian life.

May is traditionally a month dedicated to Saint Mary and this is the Year of Saint Joseph, so it is appropriate that we take a look at our relationships with these two powerful saints in the life of the Church.