Life Isn’t About Racing to Stop Lights

By Stuart Hamilton Lent is my favorite time of the liturgical calendar. Most of the year can seem like a series of work deadlines and goals set by the rigors of life. It’s like a constant race from a green light to a stop light, propelling you forward in “the world” but not necessarily to … Continue reading Life Isn’t About Racing to Stop Lights

Christmas: The Best Pro-Life Argument

By Stuart Hamilton In my day job as a teacher, I’m often asked by curious (and cynical) teenagers, “Why are you pro-life?" I always draw upon Genesis to discuss the intrinsic value of all human life made “in the image and likeness of God” (Gen 1:26-27). More fundamentally, however, I often reply that to believe … Continue reading Christmas: The Best Pro-Life Argument

The Eucharist Shows us a Sure Path Through These Uncertain Times

Bishop Andrew Cozzens prays before a monstrance during the Eucharistic Adoration of the National Eucharistic Congress opening ceremonies, July 17, 2024, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Doug McSchooler) By Stuart Hamilton I don’t know if you’ve noticed, but it seems like something has gone a little haywire in our country. If you’re like … Continue reading The Eucharist Shows us a Sure Path Through These Uncertain Times