Seeing Lent with Fresh Eyes

Seeing Lent with Fresh Eyes

During prayer time tonight, one of my sons was having trouble focusing — shocking, I know. He said the Rosary was boring because he had already thought of everything about the mysteries. I was surprised by that. As we talked it through, I realized that many moms might...

Why Join US at the DWF Conference?

Why Join US at the DWF Conference?

I’m not sure if you’ve had a chance to watch the Dynamic Women of Faith conference video yet — but you can watch it RIGHT HERE. While the early bird special has passed, you absolutely have not missed the conference itself — and there is still so much waiting for you....

To Forgive or NOT to Forgive?

To Forgive or NOT to Forgive?

I do my best to read the daily gospel readings in an attempt to keep my life rooted in God. It's my way of saying "Yes, I do read the Bible daily!" Throughout Lent we are reminded about the importance of forgiveness. In Matthew 6:7-15 Jesus said to his disciples: “In...

Are YOU Thirsty?

Are YOU Thirsty?

During Mass today, Rev. Bruno Kesangana Nandaba, at Holy Angels parish reflected on the Samaritan woman in John 4:5-42 and her encounter with Jesus at the well. He spoke about how we are all thirsty for the same things — to be loved, to be understood, for peace, to be...

The Miraculous Medal and unknown story

The Miraculous Medal and unknown story

In 1830, Catherine Laboure was blessed with the apparitions of Mary Immaculate to which we owe the Miraculous Medal. The first apparition came on the eve of the feast of St. Vincent DePaul, July 19. The mother superior had given each of the novices a piece of cloth...

Life Blessed by Friendship with Religious

Life Blessed by Friendship with Religious

A heavenly joy filled my heart during a Mass several years ago at Toronto’s Holy Angels Church. My family had arranged our schedules to be there as Fr. Peter Gioppato, the pastor, celebrated 50 years in religious life. Fr. Gioppato has many God-given gifts, and he is...

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