Gilroy, El Paso, and Dayton. 34 souls murdered and countless injured in under ten days. As of July 31, 2019, 248 mass shootings have occurred in 2019. What's happening in America. Some are saying they're tired of hearing 'thoughts and prayers'. I'm not.

The Pope has called the death penalty “inadmissible” as well as stating “the death penalty is an inhumane measure that humiliates human dignity. Capital punishment is an especially hot topic. Let’s visit the topic.

That's a great question. The ultimate decision in appointing bishops rests with our pope, and he is free to select anyone he chooses. But how does he know whom to select? That can get a bit complicated. Let me try and explain. 

“There are no bad boys. There is only a bad environment." Father Flanagan’s journey to sainthood officially began when the Archdiocese of Omaha opened his case in 2012. Their initial phase concluded in 2015 as their documents have been sent to the Vatican.

We occasionally hear someone say, “I forgive the person and I’m praying for them.” This is often after a sinister act has been committed against them. That’s truly a follower of Jesus Christ. Forgetting; however, isn’t so easy. Some refuse to forget.

Growing up the son of Italian Immigrants I would hear “go back where you came from.” The remark is destructive and mean spirited. It’s not only disturbing to hear this sort of rhetoric in 2019, it’s sad. Have we learned anything from our past?   

Roman Catholic priest Father Solanus Casey (1870-1957) a member of the Capuchin order of Franciscans whom Pope Francis declared “blessed” in 2017, will be remembered by the Catholic Church on the celebration of his feast day on July 30, 2019.

"You voted for who?" "We can't afford that!" Why are we so angry? From climate change to road rage we seem to be running hot. Ancient Greek philosophers had arguments discussing anger. So, let's all take a deep breath and calm down. And, try praying.

Lee Iacocca was laid to rest today. Lee was the son of Italian immigrants. He was the president of Ford. He saved Chrysler. He created the minivan. And, the Lee Iacocca Foundation helped save the Statue of Liberty. He loved his family and his church.

Names have a major place in our lives. Our parents, siblings, children, friends and our Church. While some parishes are named for Christ, many parishes are named after a patron saint. We ask our patron saint to watch over our parish community.