By Fr. Erik Esparza
Commonly, the call from the Lord is interpreted as for a chosen few. We tend to believe the call is for somebody else. Ordinarily, the Latin term, vocare, translated vocation, which means to call, is thought to be in reference to those thinking about the priesthood, religious life or diaconate. While there is no doubt that some will be called to serve the Lord in a particular way as a Priest, Religious Sister/Brother or Deacon, the call is not reserved for them alone.
By Fr. Erik Esparza
There is no denying the immense popularity of Ash Wednesday.
What is it about the first day of Lent every year that brings out the faithful, the struggling, the lapsed, and the searching?
By Fr. Erik Esparza
The sting of death is real, but it will never have final victory. Tears will be shed and profound pain will be experienced, but as people of faith, we know that love and hope remain.
By Fr. Erik Esparza
“God gave you a gift of 86,400 seconds today. Have you used one to say “thank you?”—William A. Ward
By Fr. Erik Esparza
“Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am meek and humble of heart; and you will find rest for yourselves. For my yoke is easy, and my burden light.” Matthew 11:28-29
