It seemed hopeless. I found that there was nothing I could do or say to make the situation better. I went to pray the Rosary; offering it for the situation at hand. The rhythm of the words helped me to begin to shut off the anxiety I was struggling with. .... READ MORE

In Matthew 6:7, Jesus declares, “In praying, do not babble like the pagans, who think that they will be heard because of their many words.” In its proper context, Jesus is teaching those gathered for his Sermon on the Mount about prayer. He says this right before giving them what the Church sees as the most perfect and sacred prayer, the Our Father.......

There are few places I prefer to pray more than the Portiuncula, on the campus of Franciscan University. A few years ago, I was on campus for a conference. It was a hot humid day and a storm was moving in. As it began to thunder, and the rain became heavy, I didn’t want to leave. Here, so many times I have found peace, direction from the Lord, reassurance and comfort, and I wanted that again........ READ MORE

Relating to the Blessed Mother Have you ever thought of Mary and wondered how can I relate to someone who was perfect and sinless (which she was!) when I am not? This was something I often wondered. In our early relationship, she was this far away woman who I looked up to. I knew I could never attain her perfection, but I wanted to try and be holy like her. This was a good intention! But I remembered that Mary was also human......READ MORE

The workshop will be held at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Sioux City. The cost is only $40 and this includes lunch and all participant materials. The will be from 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.

March 30, 2019 8:45-3:30 Pm St Mary's Catholic Church 320 Seneca St Storm Lake, IA 50588

Prepare to be energized, equipped, and empowered to live as a Catholic man in the world today! 2019 Diocesan Men's Conference: April 6, 2019 8:00 a.m.-3:00p.m. All Saints Parish-St. Joseph Church 605 Plymouth St. NE, LeMars Please register by April 1, 2019