In addition to meeting with our Holy Father, my recent ad limina visit to the Holy See included meeting with the heads of various offices of the Roman Curia, who shared their priorities and offered me an opportunity to report on what is happening in the Diocese of...
As we approach the celebration of Holy Week and Easter, I am mindful of the life springing forth around us. The trees, the emerging flowers, and the beauty of the Ozark mountains—it all proclaims “new life.” Of course, our new life is found in Jesus, who has conquered...
I received a letter in June from the Provincial Prioress of the Ursuline Nuns informing me that the three Ursuline Sisters who currently reside and minister in Cape Girardeau will be leaving the Diocese of Springfield-Cape-Girardeau at the end of the summer. We’re...
“If the only prayer you ever say in your whole life is ‘thank you,’ that would suffice.” Dear Friends, This little verse is a beautiful way to summarize the emotions of my heart. A special “thank you” to Our Holy Father, Pope Francis, for his confidence in appointing...
NEW EVANGELIZATION IN THE NEW YEAR
What are Your Spiritual Non-Negotiables?
MARY, THE CHURCH, CHRISTMAS, AND JIMMY LAI
Be Mindful in Receiving Our Lord in the Eucharist