St. Ludger

Born in Friseland in the year 743, Ludger was part of a very noble family. At an early age Ludger went to stay in a monastery where he was taught by St. Gregory, a disciple of St. Boniface. Gregory’s piety made a great impression on the young Ludger and gave him the desire to follow in his […]

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“What comes from God touches gently, comes quietly, does not disturb freedom, and leads to quiet, profound, peaceful resolve within the heart. And those are called blessed who make the effort to remain open-hearted.” — Romano Guardini, Meditations on the Christ: Model of All Holiness

Ten Spiritual Fruits From Reading the Acts of the Apostles

If there were ever an action book present in the Bible that moves quickly from one scene of action to the next, it would have to be The Acts of the Apostles. The Apostles arrested and thrown in jail, a young man persecuting Christians and throwing them in jail, his conversion through a powerful light […]

Supreme Court Hears Case of Praying Football Coach

Former coach Joseph Kennedy is emphasizing his right to religious freedom. The Supreme Court heard oral arguments Monday concerning a former high-school football coach’s right to pray on the field.

Day 116: David and Abigail (2022)

Fr. Mike reflects on the relationship between David and Abigail, and how the Lord calls David to be a better man through Abigail. Where has God put these types of relationships in our lives? Today’s readings are 1 Samuel 25 and Psalm 63. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains […]

Supreme Court hears praying football coach case

Photo illustration. / Shutterstock Washington D.C., Apr 25, 2022 / 19:18 pm (CNA). The Supreme Court heard oral arguments Monday that lasted nearly two hours in a case concerning a former high school football coach’s right to pray on the field…. […]

On Twitter follow @fatherz

Remember back during the faux election cycle that there was a weird “purge” on Twitter?  In the space of a few days, I lost thousands of followers for no apparent reason. Now that Elon Musk (BTW… I posted a video … Read More →

Supreme Court hears praying football coach case

Photo illustration. / Shutterstock Washington D.C., Apr 25, 2022 / 19:18 pm (CNA). The Supreme Court heard oral arguments Monday that lasted nearly two hours in a case concerning a former high school football coach’s right to pray on the field. Both sides of Kennedy v. Bremerton School District, argue that the case concerns religious […]