Recent Posts
Behind the Scenes at Vatican II: Yves Congar Captures a Historic Moment
Yves Congar was a complex man. The New York Times, in his obituary, called him a “vigorous ecumenist” and a “promoter of the laity.” His life in the Church toggled between acclaim and rejection. So
God at the Iowa Caucus: How the Candidates Pray
There are no atheists in foxholes, says the old saw; and likewise, you've got to dislodge a lot of rocks to dig up the atheists in political campaigns. A recent Pew study reported that 51%
For Catholic Schools Week: Eleven Nuns Who Changed My Life
This article was originally published on Patheos in February 2015. Catholic Schools Week is being celebrated this year from January 31 - February 6. Do you appreciate the Sisters who taught you to add and
BREAKING: David Daleiden, Heading to Court Feb. 4, Releases New Planned Parenthood Video
THIS JUST IN from the Thomas More Society, the not-for-profit, public interest law firm that is defending David Daleiden against charges that he and his Center for Medical Progress have violated the law in exposing
THE OLD LADY WHO SWALLOWED A FLY: Unintended Consequences – Kudzu, Digital Billboards, and the Birth Control Pill
Do you remember the silly children’s song about the old lady who swallowed the fly? The poor, misguided woman tried again and again to rid herself of her problem, by swallowing bigger and bigger things—a
Fulton Sheen Asks, Are You a Sinner?
The quote below is taken from a television message by Venerable Fulton J. Sheen, the American archbishop whose television show Life Is Worth Living commanded the airwaves in the 1950's. Archbishop Sheen--who was sometimes called "the
Why Do Catholics Do That?
Whether you’re a life-long Catholic or someone who has little direct experience with Catholicism, you may have questions.
- Why do Catholics pray to Mary and the saints?
- Why so much kneeling at Mass?
- Why does the Catholic Church require attendance at Sunday Mass; can’t you pray at home or at the beach?
Here you’ll find answers to some of these and other puzzling questions about the Catholic Faith.
Seasons of Grace
Reflections on Faith, Family, and the Future of America
“Seasons of Grace” is a letter from my heart. From faith to family, from technology to travel, I’ll be touching on these topics and more—to quote an old and dear friend—through the lens of Scripture and the vantage point of my Catholic Faith. I look forward to talking with you!
Elsewhere on the Web
Here you can find my articles that have appeared in the National Catholic Register, Aleteia, and other Catholic publications. And watch this space for news of future projects!
About Kathy Schiffer
