“The extraordinary is all around us, hidden within the ordinary.” The Magi The Magi, the mysterious gift bringers of the Gospel according to Matthew, have long captivated the public imagination. Who were they? Were they kings? Where did they come from? Even their very existence is called into question althoughContinue Reading
As the stars reflect the light of the sun, so does Mary, Stella Maris, Star of the Sea, reflect the light of Christ, guiding us to Him through the stormy seas of the secular world, holding the Church safely in her arms. As we navigate the storms of our dailyContinue Reading
The Annunciation, the moment the angel Gabriel came to the Virgin Mary, is usually celebrated on March 25. This year, because March 25 fell on Good Friday, it was moved to the first Monday after the Easter Octave, today, April 4. In honor of the day I offer a samplingContinue Reading
For a while I considered a career in the merchant marine. I even attended the Maritime Academy in Vallejo, CA, preparing for a career as a deck officer. And while my life has taken many twists and turns since then, the sea has always had a certain hold onContinue Reading