The Clergy Corner

The sound of bells ringing from a Catholic church is a profound symbol of faith and tradition, echoing across time and space....

As the nation celebrates Thanksgiving this week, here’s a little history lesson on the true story of the first Thanksgiving in the New...

In the tapestry of faith, the Apostle Paul’s exhortation to “fight the good fight of the faith” (1 Timothy 6:12) serves as a clarion call...

As we begin to prepare our homes and our families to celebrate Thanksgiving, it is an     excellent opportunity to reflect on true...

In our journey as stewards of faith, we often think of serving others and fulfilling   Jesus’ mission in the world. We recognize our call...

This week we begin the month of November by celebrating the twin observances of All Saints and All Souls.   The celebration of All Saints...

Halloween, often associated with costumes, trick-or-treating, and spooky imagery, has deeper roots in the Catholic tradition that invite...

Many parishes focus on stewardship during the month of October. In the weeks ahead all parishioners will be receiving more information in...

Many people today are unaware of the requirement to fast for one hour before receiving the Eucharist. This practice, though sometimes...

This weekend we are taking the annual Diocesan Seminarian and Clergy Education Collection.  This is part of the responsibility for...

A Catholic funeral holds profound significance, rooted in centuries of tradition and deep theological meaning. It serves as both a...

Labor Day Weekend marked one year since my arrival in Latrobe and, looking back through my files, I see that it was on this weekend last...

In today’s world, it is all too common to hear the name of God used carelessly, thoughtlessly, or even disrespectfully. This habit,...

What a fantastic celebration we had at St. John last Sunday to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the dedication of the church!  Thanks...

In our fast-paced world, it’s easy to fall into the habit of constant activity, always striving to do more and achieve more. While being...

It has been said that if you want to make God laugh, tell Him your plans for the day. I thought of that the other day as I looked at the...

he Virgin Mary, our mother, holds a unique and profound place in the heart of Catholic devotion and theology. As the Mother of God, she...

St. Jerome once said, “The Scriptures are shallow enough for a babe to come and drink without fear of drowning and deep enough for...

The Eucharist stands at the very heart of Catholic faith, encapsulating the profound mystery of Christ’s Real Presence. As Catholics, we...

The greeting card companies have been trying to market the Sunday after Labor Day as “Grandparents’ Day” for a generation now, but our...