April 9, 2020
by Jane Stannus
“What are you?” a construction worker demanded quizzically of a cassock-wearing priest, as he passed a job site near a hospital. The priest looked at his interlocutor and hesitated; the undercurrent of contempt was perceptible. Deciding to take the question at face value, he responded peaceably: “I am a priest.” “And what,” the man inquired [...]
September 16, 2010
by Steve Skojec
Among friends and family, I'm known for being an amateur barista and coffee aficionado. It's not that I'm a connoisseur -- far from it -- but I have high standards when it comes to the quality of my coffee, and I try to stay informed on how to achieve excellence in every sip. Knowing this, [...]
April 9, 2008
by Todd M. Aglialoro
On Tuesday, Pope Benedict XVI will make his first papal visit to the United States. He'll land at Andrews Air Force Base with much pomp, and spend his days being ushered around on important state and ecclesial business; an itinerary with a profile even higher than the Olympic torch's (and security to match). His Holiness [...]
