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 saying3 min read·Oct 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…2 min read·Nov 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…3 min read·Nov 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.2 min read·Jun 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…5 min read·Dec 7, 2020----
Bethanie RyanClear Conscience: A Book for Every Catholic’s ShelfIn an election year, we can count on a few things:2 min read·Oct 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…3 min read·Aug 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.2 min read·Aug 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…2 min read·Aug 21, 2020----