PinnedBethanie RyanBreaking News: Pope Francis Endorses Same-Sex Civil Unions?In a documentary on the life and thought of Pope Francis released in Italy on October 21st, Pope Francis is quoted sayingOct 21, 2020Oct 21, 2020
Bethanie RyanMatthew 8:5-11, Gospel Reading Monday First Week of AdventWhen Jesus entered Capernaum, a centurion approached him and appealed to him, saying, "Lord, my servant is lying at home paralyzed…Nov 28, 2022Nov 28, 2022
Bethanie RyanMatthew 24:37–44, Gospel Reflection First Sunday of AdventJesus said to his disciples: “As it was in the days of Noah, so it will be at the coming of the Son of Man. In those days before the flood…Nov 27, 2022Nov 27, 2022
Bethanie RyanThree Things Catholics Need To Do During Pride MonthAs a faithful Catholic who generally likes to hang around other faithful Catholics, I have heard a lot about Pride Month this year.Jun 3, 2021Jun 3, 2021
Bethanie RyanLet’s Get Vaccines Right This TimeI’m pro-vaccine but I have a lot of love and respect for my friends who disagree with me. I’m sick of seeing the government strong arm and…Dec 7, 2020Dec 7, 2020
Bethanie RyanClear Conscience: A Book for Every Catholic’s ShelfIn an election year, we can count on a few things:Oct 26, 2020Oct 26, 2020
Bethanie Ryan#4. St. AugustineI would be amiss if I didn’t follow the last article up with Venerable Augustus Tolton’s namesake. He is the most important Church Father…Aug 21, 2020Aug 21, 2020
Bethanie Ryan#3. Venerable Augustus ToltonThe Venerable Father Augustus Tolton (April 1, 1854 — July 9, 1897) was the first Black man to be ordained a priest in the United States.Aug 21, 2020Aug 21, 2020
Bethanie Ryan#2. St. Benedict the BlackSt. Benedict the Black (1526 — April 4, 1589) was the son of African slaves in Sicily. He was given his freedom upon his birth because of…Aug 21, 2020Aug 21, 2020