My own reasons why
A few weeks ago, The Message published Sister Helena Burns’ review of “13 Reasons Why,” a series produced by Netflix based on the novel by Jay Asher. The series chronicles the tale of Hannah, who takes her life and leaves behind 13 audiotapes that explain how individuals had playe...Read full story »
Thursday, June 01, 2017
The Gift of Tears
This has been a week of tears, to put it mildly. I’ve witnessed joyful First Communion celebrations and attended a heart-wrenching funeral. I’ve celebrated the 16th birthday of my oldest son and the anniversary of my father’s death. I’ve heard an announcement of...Read full story »
Thursday, May 18, 2017
Quitters never win … or do they?
Rick Ankiel, a former major league ballplayer, was speaking with Terry Gross on NPR the other day in what I found to be a fascinating interview. Once a top prospect as an extraordinarily gifted pitcher, Ankiel wrestled with loss of control as a result of anxiety stemming from wild pitches thr...Read full story »
Thursday, May 04, 2017
A sign of love, not a just a shiny trinket
Twenty-two years ago, it was all he could afford. A small red box was presented. I’ll admit - I knew the question was coming. The ring was lovely: a princess cut diamond set on a gold band. Classic. Timeless. A few months later, we went together to pick out our...Read full story »
Thursday, April 20, 2017
The twelve dudes that did
My kids had the best book about Jesus and the Apostles when they were toddlers. It was called “Jesus and the Twelve Dudes that Did.” “Do you know who the disciples were? Can you name their names? They followed Jesus everywhere and learned how to love like Him. Open u...Read full story »
Wednesday, April 05, 2017
Have you prayed about it as much as you have talked about it?
Quotes, memes, inspirational sayings...these float around Facebook and spread more quickly than dandelion fluff. This week I’ve noticed a barrage of Facebook friends posting a lovely image with the following quote: “Have you prayed about it as much as you have talked about...Read full story »
Thursday, March 23, 2017
Yes, they are listening
A few weeks ago, my youngest son hopped into the mom-van after school and without any prompting, excitedly recounted a parable Father Homero Rodriguez told during his homily at school mass that morning. That evening he told his dad about the homily, again without any prompting. A third...Read full story »
Thursday, March 09, 2017
The teacher is always quiet during the test
“When you’re going through something difficult and you wonder where God is, remember the teacher is always quiet during the test.” - Anonymous The butterflies in my stomach fluttered early in the morning during my normal waking routines. Coffee that normally enhanced...Read full story »
Thursday, February 23, 2017
Couple to celebrate Diamond Anniversary
What’s the secret of having a marriage that lasts 75 years? “Don’t die,” Don Kuhlenschmidt quips, invoking laughter from his wife, Margaret. The Evansville couple, who are members of Resurrection Parish, will celebrate their 75th wedding anniversary on Valentine’...Read full story »
Thursday, February 09, 2017
Communities of faith, knowledge and service
Students in Catholic schools throughout the diocese of Evansville are preparing for the annual celebration of Catholic education: National Catholic Schools Week. It feels very fitting that the theme for this year’s celebration, held Jan. 29 - Feb. 4, is “C...Read full story »
Thursday, January 26, 2017
