Walk Humbly

In this week’s episode of the Walk Humbly Podcast, Bishop Burbidge discusses the Feast of the Holy Name of Jesus, his take on "The Two Popes" movie, advice for discipline in the new year, Pope Francis' message of peace amidst national and global violence, and the power of a simple apology after Pope Francis loses his temper. Bishop Burbidge also answers questions from the faithful, including a heartfelt question from a boy with a skin condition.

This new year is certain to be filled with promise and potential - and Jesus always allows us to begin anew. Identify what needs to change in your life so that you may grow in virtue and holiness while always relying on the help that Jesus provides. Make this year your best year yet!

Despite the current challenges in our world and our society, next week we celebrate the great gift of Christmas, a time of profound joy.

In our state of discourse today, people may often challenge your most deeply held beliefs. That's OK. Start by listening intently and being respectfully even when others refuse to hear your perspective. Mutual respect is key to any healthy relationship, and it lays the foundation for dialogue. That doesn't mean we compromise who we are.

In this week’s episode of the Walk Humbly Podcast, Bishop Burbidge talks all about his ad limina visit in Rome last week, including meeting with Pope Francis, Arlington seminarians studying in Rome, and more!

Bishop Burbidge also discusses the diocese's #JustOneYes campaign, and how the faithful can mark the occasion of Pope Francis’ 50th anniversary as a priest on Friday, December 13.

As we journey from store to store, filling our cars (and Amazon carts) with Christmas presents, let us remember our more important journey: The journey of Advent, which leads to the promise and joy of Christmas morning. Let us follow the invitation of St. John the Baptist, who calls us to prepare the way of the Lord and make straight his paths. It's never too late to start.

The Biblical story of Lazarus reminds us that we need to keep our eyes, hearts and minds open to people in need now and always. Only when we notice the people in need in our midst can we respond with the attention, compassion and love of Jesus.

We often ensure we are prepared for things like natural disasters or emergencies, yet we need that same vigilance in our spiritual lives. Our time here on Earth is limited and can end in the blink of an eye. Thus we must be prepared at all times, for we do not know the day nor the hour when the Son of Man will return.

Bishop Michael F. Burbidge encourages you to remember the true meaning of Thanksgiving this week while you're sitting around the table with family and friends. Remember all those who are alone or without a home, as they are also our brothers and sisters.

Bishop Burbidge returns from a General Assembly meeting of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops and addresses the new mechanism for reporting allegations of sexual abuse by bishops ahead of schedule, is abortion a “preeminent priority?", a new program for priestly formation, whether St. Irenaeus will be made a "doctor" of the Church, and questions from the faithful.

PLUS, Bishop Burbidge gives you the scoop on an exciting new diocesan campaign to take place during the Advent and Christmas seasons.