In the story of Lazarus, we see the human emotions of Jesus: His love, His compassion, and His sorrow at the death of a friend. Jesus wept for Lazarus, showing us that He understands and shares in our human suffering. In times of pain and loss, we can find solace in knowing that Jesus is with us, mourning with us, and providing strength and comfort.

At Cathedrals around the United States, the Rite of Election is held during Lent, in which parish leaders announce the names of Catechumens seeking Baptism. The Catechumens then come forward and sign the "Book of the Elect" in front of their diocesan bishop. In this episode of the Catholic Frequency, we explain this process and ask you to pray for all Catechumens throughout the United States.

The tragic shooting of Auxiliary Bishop of Los Angeles, Bishop David O'Connell is a reminder that we never know the hour or day we will die. Bishop O'Connell was a beloved member of the Catholic community, and his sudden death was a shock to all who knew him.

In this talk from a Eucharist Congress, the Catholic philosopher, Dr. Peter Kreeft, presents a stirring talk on "The Eucharist."

In this episode of the Catholic Frequency, we talk about the 9 fruits of the Holy Spirit: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.

In our first reading from Mass this weekend, Sirach reminds us of the choices that we have in life, and the consequences that come with those choices. We have the ability to choose obedience to God's commandments, which will bring us salvation, or to ignore them and suffer the consequences.

The 23rd Psalm is a well-known and beloved passage from the Bible, found in the Book of Psalms. It is considered a prayer or a song of praise to God, in which the speaker expresses trust and confidence in God's protection and guidance. The Psalm begins with the phrase "The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want," which sets the tone for the rest of the passage.

Archbishop Timothy Broglio, President of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, released a statement today in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. In the statement, the Archbishop said "beyond remembering and quoting Dr. King today, we must act to address racial disparities in the criminal justice system, access to affordable housing and healthcare, and economic opportunities"

Baptism is opens the door to the spiritual life and is the gateway to the sacraments. Do you know the date of your own baptism? It should be a date each and every Catholic Christian should know and commemorate.

This week this universal Catholic Church said goodbye to Pope Benedict XVI. In a sense, it was the 2nd goodbye if you consider the 1st goodbye was when he resigned the papacy in 2013. Benedict XVI leaves a legacy of voluminous writings on theology and moral issues and will be sadly missed.