How can a preacher deliver a homily that captures the hopes of younger audiences—from toddlers to teens—while keeping parents and the entire congregation engaged? It’s a tall order, but in this ...

Readings: Jeremiah 33:14-16 1 Thessalonians 3:12 -4: 2 Luke 21:25-28, 34-36 Imagine the future. It is what we do as humans. If you are raising children, you have surely thought of who they will be ...

During Advent, we prepare for the coming of Jesus Christ, born in the flesh. The anticipation of any feast day often brings joy and excitement, but the birth of Jesus Christ stands out among the rest ...

Pope Francis made waves last weekend with his off-the-cuff remarks calling homilies at Catholic churches "a disaster." Most of the headlines, including NCR's, highlighted the pope's advice to ...