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Learning from the fig tree | Word Alive
Martín Valverde
November 12, 2021
Everything has a cycle, a beginning and an end, and we learn from this how to interpret our own times and seasons of life, as individuals and as a society. ...read more
Carl Trueman's The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self has been described by many as one of the most important books of the year, if not the decade. ...read more
Like the widow in this Sunday's Gospel, even when we think we don’t have enough, we must give what we lack so that God can complete and fulfill it. ...read more
We join Pope Francis in praying that people who suffer from depression or burn-out will find support and a light that opens them up to life. ...read more
When we live our faith fully, our actions, even the smallest ones, can lead others to God. ...read more
As we come to the end of the liturgical year and begin a new one, the Church gives us readings from the prophets – and three are Minor Prophets! ...read more
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The map for a good and happy life | Word Alive
Carlos Ferreira
October 29, 2021
When Jesus identifies the greatest commandments as love of God and neighbour, in reality he is telling us how to live a good and happy life. ...read more
Pope Francis has accepted an invitation of the Catholic Bishops of Canada to visit Canada on a pilgrimage of healing and reconciliation. ...read more
In addition to celebration, this anniversary is an invitation to reflect on the past and to consider what may be learned for the future. ...read more
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By faith and not by sight | Word Alive
Fr. Raphael Ma, CR
October 22, 2021
This Sunday's Gospel recounts the healing of the blind man, Bartimaeus. What can we learn from his courage, perseverance, and trust? ...read more