Fr. Christian Mathis | November 28, 2009
WARNING……WARNING: ADVENT VIRUS Be on the alert for symptoms of inner Hope, Peace, Joy and Love. The hearts of a great many have already been exposed to this virus and it is possible that people everywhere could come down with it in epidemic proportions. This could pose a serious threat to what has, up to now, [...]
Fr. Christian Mathis | April 30, 2009
The Christian is by nature a man of gentleness and quiet, or serenity and peace. (Clement of Alexandria) The beginning of every backpacking trip requires a few days to leave behind all the noise and distractions that go along with the busy world we live in. The great thing about the most recent trip is [...]
Fr. Christian Mathis | March 2, 2009
Last night I attended one of the more intense meetings of our parish JustFaith group. Our discussion brought to the table all manner of issues regarding the sanctity of life. We came to the realization that treating all human beings with the dignity and respect that our faith requires is challenging to say the least. [...]
Fr. Christian Mathis | January 7, 2009
Recent events in Gaza have brought my thoughts back to the time when I was privileged to spend several months living in the Holy Land. We visited Gaza as part of our seminary pilgrimage. It is without a doubt the poorest place I have ever been. As I have been watching what seems like a [...]
Fr. Christian Mathis | October 2, 2008
A large part of my day was spent in a workshop on the in’s and out’s of canon law as it relates to the grounds for marriage nullity. Yes, yes…..I know, very exciting stuff! I can feel your envy, even from afar. And while it is not always my favorite subject, I must commend the [...]
Fr. Christian Mathis | August 26, 2008
What does the LORD require of you but to act justly and love tenderly and to walk humbly with your God? – Micah 6:8 Recently I was invited to consider taking part in a program that our parish sponsors called JustFaith. My first question of course was, “What is JustFaith?” Our parish facilitator, John, promptly [...]
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