Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. It's not always easy, but these scriptures will inspire you. Let's face it: Forgiving others (and yourself) is sometimes easier ...

Hebrews 2:17 – Therefore, in all things He had to be made like His brethren, that He might be a merciful and faithful High Priest in things pertaining to God, The purpose of this study is to bring to ...

Mercy. What are we asking for when we ask for God's mercy? Because we use the word during the penitential rite in our Eucharist, we often think of the plea for mercy as a petition for forgiveness, but ...

“Uh, Father? You forgot to give me a penance.” I was sitting in my pastor’s study, a much younger man than I am today, my cheeks tear-streaked and my shame revealed. I had not planned on confession ...

Sunday, Sept. 17, is the 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time. Mass readings: Sirach 27:30-28:7; Psalm 103:1-2, 3-4, 9-10, 11-12; Romans 14:7-9; Matthew 18:21-35. Today’s Gospel draws us into a sensitive area ...

The article suggests that the true test of faith is not just belief, but the practical application of its principles in daily life. The author reflects on the Easter story's themes of love, sacrifice, ...