Mass Doesn’t End at “Thanks Be To God.” Published on August 6, 2026 The final hymn has ended, but Sunday Mass isn’t over the moment you walk out the doors. Some of the most meaningful moments of parish life can
Mid-July Gratitude Published on July 9, 2026 There is something special about mid-July in Michigan. The days are warm, the evenings seem to last forever, and the pace of life slows just enough
Connecting Point: June 28, 2026 Published on June 22, 2026 Years ago, I attended a seminar where the facilitator asked us to draw a picture representing our lives at that moment. After spending about ten
3 Ways to Honor Memorial Day Published on May 22, 2026 About 25 years ago, I watched Saving Private Ryan for the first time. I was moved to tears as the young men landing on Omaha Beach endured heavy
Connecting Point: May 24, 2026 Published on May 18, 2026 Our Connecting Point question assumes that we believe we are part of the mission. I assure you, we are! On the Fifth Sunday of Easter, the Gospel of
3 Ways to Remain an Easter People Published on April 1, 2026 Happy Easter! If you read that and thought this greeting is coming a day late, you may want to read on. Easter is more than just a day. It’s more
Connecting Point: March 29, 2026 Published on March 23, 2026 One of my favorite sayings is, “God’s plan is always bigger than our plan.” It reminds us that no matter what we are focused on, God is working
The Story Behind Valentine’s Day Published on February 5, 2026 Valentine’s Day is Saturday, and it offers a simple opportunity to pause and reflect. Who do you think of on Valentine’s Day? What have you
Connecting Point: February 1, 2026 Published on January 26, 2026 Fr. Ron once offered a definition of humility that has stayed with me: “Humility is not thinking less of yourself; rather, it is thinking of
Celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Published on January 15, 2026 Today we observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a day set aside to honor the life, leadership, and enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King