Having trouble forgiving? Hear Fr. Chris explain what true forgiveness is and why it isn’t as hard as you may think.

Catholic tradition recalls for us the repentant criminal crucified beside Jesus as St. Dismas, often called the “Good Thief.” Although his story occupies only a few lines in Scripture, it has become one of the most powerful testimonies to God's Mercy in all of Christian teaching. Father Chris Alar, MIC, reveals the details of his story.

Join the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception with guest celebrant, Bishop David L. Ricken (Diocese of Green Bay, Wisconsin) in celebrating Divine Mercy Sunday (April 12, 2026) with this Solemn Mass from the National Shrine of The Divine Mercy in Stockbridge, MA, USA.