In the 1500s, the famous astronomer Galileo Galilei made an extraordinary discovery. Using his telescope, he observed that the Earth was not the center of the universe, but that it revolved around the sun—a concept known as heliocentrism. This finding contradicted the teachings of the Catholic Church at the time, which held to a geocentric […]

In today’s scripture, Jesus reminds us of the coming of the Son of Man, a future event that is beyond our knowing. But what stands out most in this passage is Jesus’ declaration that no one, not even the angels, can know the day or the hour of this event. Yet, we are given signs—the […]

In her New York Times article “The Happy Marriage Is The ‘Me’ Marriage,” Tara Parker-Pope writes, “The notion that the best marriages are those that bring satisfaction to the individual may seem counterintuitive. After all, isn’t marriage supposed to be about putting the relationship first? Not anymore.” This reflects a massive shift in how we […]

Imagine being 30,000 feet in the air when suddenly, you realize something is terribly wrong. The engine of your plane has failed over the vast Atlantic Ocean. This was the terrifying reality for the passengers of Air Transat Flight 236 in 2001. As the plane lost power, the cabin erupted into chaos. Fear took over […]

Today, we gather to celebrate the Assumption of St. Mary, a special day in our faith. According to tradition, we bless grapes, and by consuming them, we receive divine blessings. This isn’t just a symbolic act or an abstract idea; it’s something real and powerful. The liturgy of the grape blessing makes it abundantly clear […]

In the summer of 2014, the world was shocked by the news of Robin Williams’ passing. Known for his humor and the joy he brought to millions, Williams was the comedian who seemed to have it all—fame, success, and a loving family. His roles in movies like Mrs. Doubtfire and Dead Poets Society showcased his […]

Vivian Maier was a nanny who led a seemingly ordinary life in the suburbs of Chicago. However, unknown to nearly everyone around her, Maier was also an extraordinarily talented street photographer. She took over 150,000 photographs, capturing captivating moments of city life with an artistic eye. Yet, she never shared her work with anyone; she […]

Fredrik Raddum’s sculpture, “Passage,” is a powerful visual narrative that speaks volumes about the struggles of compassion and human effort. In this work, a small bird is depicted trying to carry the much larger, heavier, powerless, helpless, and lifeless body of a migrant. The sculpture encapsulates the daunting challenge the bird faces; it is an […]

In the mid-20th century, a young boy named Steve Jobs grew up in Los Altos, California. His adoptive father, Paul Jobs, was a machinist who had a passion for craftsmanship and mechanics. Paul spent countless hours in the family garage, teaching Steve how to take apart and rebuild electronics. He emphasized precision, attention to detail, […]