On Conversation with Cardinal Dolan today, Father Dave Dwyer and I reflect on the deep hurt in the Church, caused by the nauseating news of clergy sexual abuse.

For my column in Catholic New York from last week, click here.

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Here is my homily for September 17, 2017. Thanks for listening!

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Our schools are up-and-running now for three weeks, Alleluia! (more…)

Napa Institute

July 7, 2016

Year of Mercy

“What God has bound together,

Man must not divide!”

Jesus Christ and His Church are One.

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I’m just back from the Philippines where I was privileged to take part in the International Eucharistic Congress.  What an uplifting and inspiring week it was!  The people were filled with a love of their faith, and a devotion to the Blessed Sacrament.  One striking feature was how well catechized the people were – a result of a vibrant Catholic school system there, that has the respect of all of Filipino society.

What good timing that I have returned home as we begin Catholic Schools Week.  Anytime is a good time to celebrate our splendid Catholic schools.  We thank God…