Thomas Griffin 12/2/20 “The Living: A Relentless Hope” – Ascension Press (12/2/20) Excerpt: “The Christians of the first century often referred to themselves as followers of “the Way.” They also called themselves “the Living.” The idea was analogous to the saying, “Everyone dies, but not everyone truly lives.” Among the social classes and religions ofContinue reading “The Living: A Relentless Hope”
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St. Andrew: Going Unnoticed
Thomas Griffin 11/30/20 “Andrew had previously been a disciple of John the Baptist: and this shows us that he was a man who was searching, who shared in Israel’s hope, who wanted to know better the word of the Lord, the presence of the Lord. He was truly a man of faith and hope; andContinue reading “St. Andrew: Going Unnoticed”
Church Scandal and the Everlasting Answer
Thomas Griffin (11/20/20) The Everlasting Answer to Heresy and Scandal – Catholic Exchange (12/28/20) The Catholic Church is too big to fail, too true to flounder, and too divine to collapse. But, the Catholic Church is in need of revival. The multitudes have been deserting the Church for centuries because of the heinous actions ofContinue reading “Church Scandal and the Everlasting Answer”
A Catholic Crisis in Thanksgiving?
Thomas Griffin 11/25/20 The Catholic Church, our nation, and globe are in crisis. All three of these arena’s are in dire need of reform and revival with a return to focusing on what is most important, critical, and profound in human existence. So this Thanksgiving, what can we be thankful for? To give thanks isContinue reading “A Catholic Crisis in Thanksgiving?”
In Defense of Pope St. John Paul II
Thomas Griffin 11/18/20 A New York Times article was published on Saturday, November 14th concerning the “damning evidence” against the sanctity of Pope St. John Paul II. “Saint too Soon? Vatican Report Cast John Paul II in Harsh New Light” was written by Jason Horowitz who clearly, although implicitly has issues with the Catholic Church.Continue reading “In Defense of Pope St. John Paul II”
The School of Trust During Stormy Seas
Thomas Griffin (11/4/20) The School of Trust During Stormy Seas – Ascension Press (11/4/20) EXCERPT: “There is no greater message from God: He is here, with us—and he is trustworthy. Given the turmoil of the past six months, these words are difficult for some to accept. Quarantines, social distancing, illness of friends and loved ones,Continue reading “The School of Trust During Stormy Seas”
Bl. Carlo Acutis: The Example Young People Need
Thomas Griffin (10/16/20) Bl. Carlo Acutis: The Example Young People Need – Ascension Press (10/15/20) Excerpt: “All people are born as originals, but most die as photocopies.” Blessed Carlo Acutis preached this message as a call for people of all ages to never settle for mediocrity. Born in Italy, May 1991, this first “millennial” toContinue reading “Bl. Carlo Acutis: The Example Young People Need”
Amy Coney Barrett and the Devoted Catholic
Thomas Griffin (10/13/20) The runner-up to Justice Brett Kavanaugh in the race for the last Supreme Court Justice was Amy Coney Barrett. Most major news outlets summarize her in a similar vein to these opening lines from a recent Associated Press piece: “A devout Catholic mother of seven, she is a favorite of religious conservativesContinue reading “Amy Coney Barrett and the Devoted Catholic”
Against Sanitizing the Cross
Thomas Griffin (10/5/20) Have you ever really looked at a crucifix? Have you truly seen, pondered, and reflected on the nature of our savior’s death or are we guilty of sanitizing the cross? Discipleship is, first and foremost, a manner in which our view of the world becomes Christified. Following Jesus Christ closely pushes oneContinue reading “Against Sanitizing the Cross”
St. Therese: Love Only, With Empty Hands
Thomas Griffin (10/1/20) St. Therese: Love Only, With Empty Hands – Catholic Exchange (10/20/18) Excerpt: “Her calling was not simply to perform deeds for God in an attempt to win his heart; she realized through his revelation that her calling in life was simple and profound: her calling was love. She noted that love isContinue reading “St. Therese: Love Only, With Empty Hands”
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