by Lucy Huh | Apr 30, 2025 | Opinion
I remember the day in March 2013 when Jorge Mario Bergoglio became Pope Francis. As a young 20-something postulant, I lived in a convent cut off from the outside world—no phone, internet or newspapers. After a continuous prayer vigil during the conclave, we were...
by Justin Cox | Mar 27, 2025 | Opinion
I am a pessimist by design. My eyes fix in an upward glance, scanning the horizon for the other shoe to drop—a true believer in Murphy’s Law. Over the years, this has produced a mantra that can, like the prophets’ message, burn inside me at such an...
by Anna Parish | Dec 26, 2024 | Feature, Opinion
Isaiah 9:2 reads, “The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned.” The ninth chapter of the book of Isaiah tells the story of the Israelites, who were held captive by the Assyrian empire. It was...
by Grace Ji-Sun Kim | Dec 13, 2024 | Feature, Opinion
Advent is a sacred season, a time of expectant waiting and preparation for Christ’s arrival. This four-week period invites believers to meditate on the profound themes of hope, peace, love and joy. It is a time to reflect on the mystery of Christ’s...
by Kali Cawthon-Freels | Dec 2, 2024 | Feature, Opinion
Last week, an underground fire was steadily burning behind the outlet malls in town. Its heat caused part of the back parking lot to collapse, and the smoke from the burning asphalt was thick and black, compromising the air quality for those who live near the...
