Author Archives: Tracy Parkin

Column by Joe Pisani A class I teach in public speaking causes my college students a lot of anxiety — and sometimes outright fear. According to some surveys, public speaking…Read More “From Syllabus to Sympathy”

Story by Jim Tierney For several years, the basement of St. Anthony Church in New Haven was used as a chapel with an altar at one end of the hall,…Read More “Reborn in Beauty: New Haven’s Beloved St. Anthony Shrine Restored to Splendor”

Story by Jim Tierney In a new home more visible to the community, Two Hearts Pregnancy Care Center begins its next chapter. Behind its doors, the work continues — rooted…Read More “Two Hearts Pregnancy Care Center Relocates to New Location”

Story by Shelley Wolf In 1951, Holy Family Monastery and Retreat House opened its doors in West Hartford, on a hill with a lighted cross, as is the Passionist tradition….Read More “Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center Celebrates 75th Year of Spiritual Renewal”

Story by Joe Pisani Let me tell you a secret. When my world is falling apart, when nothing seems to be going right, and when there’s no one around to…Read More “In All Things, Give Thanks?”

Story by Karen A. Avitabile Father Joshua Wilbur remains optimistic, though he has acknowledged the reality of his situation. “I’m hopeful for the future but accepting what God has in…Read More “A Race Against Time: Father Joshua Wilbur Awaits a Lifesaving Liver Transplant”

Story by Jim Tierney The idea did not begin in a church hall, but in a town conversation. While living in West Hartford, Deacon Keith Griffin learned local agencies were…Read More “Diaper Drive Brings Compassion, One Box at a Time”

Story by Shelley Wolf Families who have experienced infertility, the loss of an unborn child or a stillbirth often suffer in silence. But there is hope and healing for the…Read More “SEEN Events Offer Grieving Parents Avenues to Healing”

Column by Joe Pisani I have a confession to make. I buy more books than I read. It’s been this way a long time, and sometimes I think that instead…Read More “‘What Are You Going to Do with Your Life?’ A Guide to Fulfilling God’s Purpose”

Story by Joe Pisani Marcus Wilson grew up in foster care and understands the importance of having a secure family environment. For the past five years, as a parent educator…Read More “Local Parent Educator Featured in Catholic Charities’ Traveling Museum”