GUEST COLUMNIST

In the aftermath of Jesus’ violent death by crucifixion, His disciples were left shaken and doubtful. The risen Jesus’ appearances to His disciples moved them from fear to hope, and from doubt to faith.

In February of 2013, a man spent $92,613 to purchase a bloody sock. The sock was a part of a live auction held at the Fletcher-Sinclair Mansion in Manhattan.

Without a doubt the Holy Spirit is bringing communities together through an encounter with God’s love via the “Together Let Us Go Forth ~ Juntos Sigamos Adelante” campaign.

The call to a change of heart and a change of life was a hallmark of the ministry of Jesus, of His forerunner, John the Baptist, and of His apostles.

As the first full block of the “Together Let Us Go Forth ~ Juntos Sigamos Adelante” campaign ends, I am excited to share good news.

Over 200 years of opening doors to families of all faiths and beliefs from all segments of society with stellar graduation rates and alumni more likely to vote, be more civically engaged, be more tolerant of diverse views, less likely to be incarcerated and are committed to service as adults.

Exactly what does it mean to be a champion of Catholic schools? It means doing what you can from where you stand.

The Phoenix is an allegorical bird that regenerates itself. Though it dies, it rises again from its own bones. The city of Phoenix was so named because there was once an ancient civilization that prospered in the desert but it was abandoned. Nonetheless, that desert civilization was reborn and we now call it home.

We must wonder how many will truly celebrate Christmas this year, making it the best ever.

At one time or another, we’ve all secretly yearned for the Madison Avenue version of Christmas.