Thomas Griffin

Our Lady of Knock: The Power of a Mother’s Silence

Thomas Griffin (8/21/20) Our Lady of Knock: The Power of a Mother’s Silence – Catholic Digest (8/21/18) Excerpt: “In Knock, Ireland, the Mother of God appeared in a simple but profound way. It was the evening of Aug. 21, 1879, when she appeared to 15 people on the wall of a parish church. Accompanying MaryContinue reading “Our Lady of Knock: The Power of a Mother’s Silence”

Rebuilding Notre Dame

Thomas Griffin (8/19/20) The blaze of red which erupted from the highest point of Notre Dame cathedral in Paris, France represented so much more than just a typical fire destroying an old edifice. Silence, tears and heartbreak were sung as the chorus surrounding the clips showed the raging fire ripping through the almost 900 yearContinue reading “Rebuilding Notre Dame”

Why is the Media Lying About the Church?

Thomas Griffin (8/17/20) Why is the Media Lying about Church Finances? – Crisis Magazine (8/17/20) Excerpt: “The Associated Press released a dubious report claiming the Catholic Church in the United States received over $1.4 billion in Covid-19 aid which was used, in part, as payoff money for families who have experienced sexual abuse by priests.Continue reading “Why is the Media Lying About the Church?”

Relentless Faith

Thomas Griffin (8/16/20) When God Seems Silent – Beach Catholic Holy Hour (11/16/17) Note: The Canaanite woman who pleads for Jesus’ help in healing her daughter provides a key ingredient to our invitation to draw near to Christ. Click the link above to hear a talk on this Gospel and how God comes to usContinue reading “Relentless Faith”

St. Maximilian Kolbe and the Gift of Life

Thomas Griffin (8/14/20) St. Maximilian Kolbe and the Gift of Life – Ascension Press (8/13/20) Excerpt: “The man that cried out for his family that day, who Maximilian gave his life for, was named Franciszek Gajowniczek. He survived the camp, and he was able to go back home to his family after the war. InContinue reading “St. Maximilian Kolbe and the Gift of Life”

Mary’s Role and the Rosary

Thomas Griffin (8/13/20) A Morning Rosary and a Mother’s Influence – Busted Halo (8/12/20) Excerpt: “Mary’s ability to comfort and intercede is the entire mission of the Queen of Heaven and earth; the tremendous power of Mary to ask her Son for anything her children need is what we call to mind in the Fifth Glorious Mystery:Continue reading “Mary’s Role and the Rosary”

The Guardian: A Call to Rescue

Thomas Griffin (8/12/20) The Guardian is a movie about the lives and mission of Coast Guard rescue swimmers. Ashton Kutcher plays a standout candidate who has some learning to do from lead teacher Kevin Costner. There are many teachable moments throughout the film that bring life into its greatest context because it shows the fragileContinue reading “The Guardian: A Call to Rescue”

The Jon Steingard Problem: Does God Exist?

Thomas Griffin (8/10/20) Jon Steingard was a pivotal figure in the success of a Christian band named Hawk Nelson who he led as lead singer and guitarist. His recent statements regarding the existence of God have catapulted him into the national spotlight. After leading Christian concerts for years, which often include prayerful encounters, he hasContinue reading “The Jon Steingard Problem: Does God Exist?”

WWII and the Atomic Dilemma

Thomas Griffin (8/6/20) “If God does not exist, then everything is possible.” – Dostoyevsky If there was ever a just war to fight it was against the Nazi regime of Adolf Hitler’s hatred of humanity. While there were surely imperfect intentions from varying parties, the move to defeat the atrocities and philosophies of the GermanContinue reading “WWII and the Atomic Dilemma”

Mary is the Blueprint

Thomas Griffin (8/5/20) Mary is the Walking Equal Sign – Catholic Exchange (5/6/19) Excerpt: “Every person carries within his heart a blueprint for the one he loves. What seems to be ‘love at first sight’ is actually the fulfillment of a desire, the realization of a dream.” – Ven. Fulton J. Sheen, The World’s First LoveContinue reading “Mary is the Blueprint”