Decree concerning the relegation to profane but not sordid use of Saint Adalbert Church in Enfield, Connecticut
Deacon Calvin S. Croll
Deacon Calvin S. Croll passed away on March 22, 2024 at the age of 92. Deacon Croll was ordained on December 14, 1979 by Archbishop John F. Whealon, and served at St. Gabriel Church (now part of St. Raphael Parish) until his retirement in 2006. He is survived by his wife June, his 5 [...]
Let’s Fast!: Miraculous Eucharistic Fasting
On today's 'Lent with the Lord,' Fr. Matt introduces us to some remarkable people who lived off of the Eucharist alone.
Deacon Paul B. Lauer
Deacon Paul B. Lauer passed away on Tuesday March 12th, 2024, at the age of 85. Deacon Lauer was ordained on December 19, 1980 by Archbishop John F. Whealon, and served at St. Augustine (Seymour), St. Joseph (Ansonia), St. Mary (Milford), Blessed Sacrament, Our Lady of Lourdes and St. Lucy (Waterbury) parishes. He also [...]
Let’s Fast!: Did Jesus Say Not to Fast?
On today's 'Lent with the Lord,' Fr. Matt talks about what Jesus Himself said about fasting and what it means for us.
Let’s Fast!: Things Get a Little Fishy
On today's 'Lent with the Lord,' Fr. Matt looks at the origins of eating fish on Fridays, and how in the 1960's one enterprising fast food franchisee introduced a menu item for Catholics that remains popular to this day.
Let’s Fast!: Biblical Origins of Fasting
In the first proper episode of this year's 'Lent with the Lord,' Fr. Matt brings us the Biblical origins of fasting and why the act of fasting is such a meaningful gift that we can give to God.
Lent with the Lord: Let’s Fast!
February 14th is a date that for many will bring to mind fancy meals or heart-shaped boxes filled with delicious chocolates. However, this year, Valentine's Day coincides with Ash Wednesday, the beginning of our Lenten journey — a journey that is marked with fasting and sacrifice. And that is the theme of our [...]