On Jan. 3, we celebrate the feast of the Holy Name of Jesus. This day is a reminder of the importance and the power of Jesus' very Name, which means “Yahweh saves.” So, although it is only an optional memorial, how did this important day come to be recognized in the Church? Father Chris Alar, MIC explains.
Then learn about Mercy House, a community care shelter where the corporal work of mercy, caring for the sick, is definitely in action.
All of us will have to face sooner or later end-of-life issues, either for ourselves or our loved ones.
Fr. Chris reminds us that today — the Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed — is one of the most important days of the Church year.
Catholic tradition recalls for us the repentant criminal crucified beside Jesus as St.