Reflections on life, meaning and purpose

Here’s the Latest Update on the Attack on Our Lady of Fatima Statue in D.C.

Screenshot taken from Surveillance footage shows a man hammering at the Our Lady of Fatima statue located outside the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C., on Dec. 5, 2021. Police now know the identity of a ‘suspect’ sought in connection with the Dec. 5 attack.

Day 15: Leah Feels Unloved (2022)

Fr. Mike focuses on Leah’s painful struggle trying to make herself lovable as we continue to read Genesis 29-30, Job 19-20, and Proverbs 3:5-8. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children – parental discretion is advised.

Water into wine

Gospel reflection for the Second Sunday in Ordinary Time (Jn 2, 1-11)

A time for keeping silent…

Former diocesan communications director offers hopes and suggestions for the synodal process Pope Francis has launched in the Church around the world

St. Ita

Ita was born around 475 in Decies, Waterford, Ireland, of royal lineage. After receiving permission from her father, she became a nun. She moved to Cluain Credhail in County Limerick, now known as Killeedy, or “Church of St. Ita.” There she founded a community of women like herself — virgins consecrated to God. Later, she also founded a […]