Koñwatsi’tsiaiéñni or Mary or Molly Brant was, arguably, the single most influential advocate among the Mohawk Nation for keeping her people aligned with the British Empire.
But why is she considered a saint? Read Post »
Pierre Teilhard de Chardin (May 1, 1881 – April 10, 1955) lived a full and varied life.
Gathering up the Seemingly Disparate Elements Read Post »
Initially, Romero played the role to the liking of the conservative church and the wealthy and influential in El Salvador.
The Evolution of Oscar Romero Read Post »
Saint Patrick blamed himself.
I am Patrick: Sinner, Uncultivated, and Despised Read Post »
I totally took advantage of being the older brother. My desire for more drove my selfishness.
Saint Gregory the Great: Steward to the Property of the Poor Read Post »
Gathered around the baptismal font, right before questions are asked and promises are made, parents are instructed to “name this child.”
Are the Sacraments Superfluous? Harriet Tubman and the Question of Baptism Read Post »
Today we celebrate the Feast of George Herbert, Anglican priest and poet, who died in 1633.
A Priest, A Poet, a Lover of Christ Read Post »
The Samaritan woman, whom the orthodox church names Saint Photini, carries a burden of shame along with her water jar as she walks the through heat and dust.
Laying down our burdens during Lent Read Post »
When I was young, my grandmother hinted that maybe I would be the first person in our family to be ordained.
In Search of Renewal: Remembering Emily Malbone Morgan Read Post »
