Jesus Chooses His Mother: Part I

In the sixth month, the angel Gabriel was sent from God to a town of Galilee called Nazareth, to a virgin betrothed to a man named Joseph, of the house of David, and the virgin’s name was Mary. And coming to her he said, “Hail, full of grace, the Lord is with you!” But she [...]

Vatican declares Knights of Columbus founder “venerable”

New Haven, CT - March 16, 2008 -  Pope Benedict XVI Saturday approved a decree recognizing the heroic virtue of Father Michael J. McGivney, founder of the Knights of Columbus. The pope’s declaration significantly advances the priest’s process toward sainthood and gives the parish priest the distinction of “Venerable Servant of God.” If canonized, Fr. McGivney [...]

Is It A Ministry Or A Job?

If you are doing it because no one else will, it’s a job. If you are doing it to serve the Lord, it’s a ministry.
If you are doing it just well enough to get by, it’s a job. If you are doing it to the best of your ability, it’s a ministry.
If you [...]

A Legacy of Faith:The Last Thoughts From My Grandmother

This is a letter written by My Grandmother, Ollie Mae Wilbanks, shortly before her death on August 2, 2007. I love you and I miss you Mam-maw.
“My first thoughts are how I wish I had something to leave each of you to make your life as rich as mine has been for me. This is it. [...]