Lessons from the Life of St. Francis
Msgr. Charles Pope
October 4, 2020
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Lessons from the life of St. Francis
On Jesus’ Merciful Call of St. Matthew, a Great Sinner
Msgr. Charles Pope
September 21, 2020
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On this Feast Day of St. Matthew, we must acknowledge a great mercy in Jesus’ call. As a tax collector, Matthew was considered a great
What is Hedonism? More Than You Think.
Msgr. Charles Pope
September 12, 2020
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Monsignor Pope explains that most people today link hedonism with sexual excess and perhaps drinking. But Hedonism is a far wider notion and it is why St. Paul said: We preach Christ crucified: a stumbling block to Jews and foolishness to Gentiles (1 For 1:23).
Sobering Spiritual Truths According to St. John of the Cross
Msgr. Charles Pope
August 13, 2020
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Monsignor Charles Pope takes a look at some “hard truths that will set us free.”
From Fear to Faith on Easter Morning
Msgr. Charles Pope
April 12, 2020
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John’s hurried journey to the empty tomb on Easter morning took him to a greater destination: belief. Monsignor Charles Pope reflects on the Gospel.
What Do We Mean by the Word “Mystery?”
Msgr. Charles Pope
February 6, 2020
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“In a disenchanted age, we need to rediscover the glory of enchantment, of mystery. There is more than meets the eye. Things are deeper, richer, and higher than we can ever fully imagine.” — Monsignor Charles Pope
When Theology Must Fall Silent: A Reflection on a Teaching From St. Bonaventure
Msgr. Charles Pope
July 20, 2019
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“Yes, the prophets and the teachings must be attended to; they are like a lamp shining in a dark place. But there comes a moment when those teachings are confirmed and a greater light dawns, the Morning Star rises in our hearts.” Monsignor Charles Pope