May 2022

The only approved Marian apparition in the U.S.

The above photo is of Our Lady of Good Help, in Champion, Wisconsin. / Photo: Video screen grab https://youtu.be/lMBoo–4×84 On this day, the feast of Our Lady of Fatima, we remember the Blessed Mother’s appearance 105 years ago to three young children in Fatima, Portugal on May 13, 1917. According to Eternal Word Television Network,Continue reading “The only approved Marian apparition in the U.S.”

A ‘living’ rosary

I joined others in our parish community for the “living” rosary, held inside our church in early May. The unique event involved five faith communities within our parish, all joining together in one voice to pray the rosary. The parish’s Unity Committee organized the evening, inviting groups who speak different languages: English, Spanish, Vietnamese, Filipino,Continue reading “A ‘living’ rosary”

Mary’s life after the Ascension

This Easter, the first without my mother who passed away last year, has me more grateful than ever for the blessing of Christ’s Resurrection and Ascension into Heaven. I felt the same way several years ago on the Easter following my father’s passing. I am so thankful to God that this life is not theContinue reading “Mary’s life after the Ascension”