By Kathy Funk What is ham and kielbasa doing in an Easter basket? Well, ham and kielbasa, along with other items such as vinegar, butter and salt and pepper, have been found in Easter baskets long before chocolate bunnies and cellophane grass became familiar basket fillers. Polish Catholics began the tradition of filling baskets with [...]
By Father Joe Krupp I’m glad you asked that question: I know that, at first glance, the Holy Week schedule at church can seem quite intimidating and, because we aren’t sure what is happening there anyway, we may be tempted simply to skip it. I hope that, as I share with you each step of [...]
By Joe Pisani Throughout my life I’ve had a lot of “idols,” from Bob Dylan to Henry David Thoreau in my early years, and then Fyodor Dostoevsky and Charles Dickens, when my ambition was to become a literary giant … or maybe just a literary pygmy who made the bestseller list once in a while. [...]
Julia Kudewicz takes a break from her studies at the Catholic Center at Central Connecticut State University, located near St. Francis of Assisi Church in New Britain. Julia was awarded the 2021 St. Joseph Archdiocesan Medal of Appreciation for helping St. Francis of Assisi Parish live stream the Mass during the early days of [...]
Archbishop Leonard P. Blair I have been asked occasionally about the synod which Pope Francis has announced, and about our participation in it. A synod is an official Church assembly called to consider matters pertaining to the life of the Church and her doctrine and practice. Pope Francis has asked every diocese in [...]
By Fr. Dwight Ezop In just a few short weeks, we will mark the start of spring. As the days continue to grow warmer and longer, our thoughts will turn to getting gardens cleaned up and ready for planting, lawns will be raked and readied for their first spring haircut, and grills will be [...]
Recipe idea courtesy of Heika Scheitler 2 cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed 2-3 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon onion powder ¼ teaspoon chili flakes (optional) 1 teaspoon oregano 1 teaspoon dry dill Salt and pepper to taste Dash lemon juice Greek pita bread (about [...]
By Sister Ann Shields "Yet even now,” says the Lord, “return to me with all your heart, with fasting, with weeping and with mourning; and rend your hearts, not your garments. Return to the Lord, your God for he is gracious and merciful, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love…” Lent is a time of conversion [...]
By Sheri Wohlfert Lent is upon us. Welcome to that time of year when we set out with all our hearts to grow in holiness. For me, it’s easy to look at the road to holiness and feel a little overwhelmed because I get so off track. It’s easy for me to look at Lent [...]