Browsing the February 2019 archive of Deacons Corner
The Forgotten Sacrament: The Sacrament of Reconciliation
Posted by Deacon Robert McCormick
The Sacramental life of a Catholic is filled with many great moments. We celebrate the birth of a child as we gather together for the Sacrament of Baptism. As we watch our children grow, we watch also as they grow in their faith, as they receive their First Communion, ... Read More »
The Eucharist in its relationship to the church
Posted by Deacon Robert McCormick
"The Church draws her life from the Eucharist. This truth does not simply express a daily experience of faith, but recapitulates the heart of the mystery of the Church. In a variety of ways she joyfully experiences the constant fulfillment of the promise: “Lo, I am with you always, to ... Read More »
Eucharistic Congress 2019
Posted by Deacon Robert McCormick
Catholic events do not get much grander than this. Unless you have the opportunity to see the Pope in person -- such as those blessed with having been able to travel to Philadelphia in 2015 -- this is an event of a lifetime. Not to mention that it is ... Read More »