Monthly Archives: August 2012

Faith and Athletics

Posted on August 10, 2012 by Thomas J. Neal, Ph.D.

By Guest Blogger Judy Svendsen Both faith and athletics have always been a huge part of my life. Let me begin with the athletics. I grew up in Iowa where sports are a major part of life. I tried softball, and enjoyed basketball, though I was not … Continue reading →

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Creedal Faith

Posted on August 8, 2012 by Thomas J. Neal, Ph.D.

One focus during the Year of Faith will be the Creed, the profession of faith that is recited in the celebration of the Eucharistic Liturgy. As with the Liturgy in general, the Creed is best professed in song…so here’s a … Continue reading →

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The Year of Faith: A Bible Study for Catholics

Posted on August 6, 2012 by Thomas J. Neal, Ph.D.

In a follow-up to his best selling St. Paul Bible Study for Catholics during the year of St. Paul, Fr. Mitch Pacwa once again leads Catholics to a deeper understanding of Pope Benedict’s call to action for the Year of … Continue reading →

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Faith and Joy

Posted on August 4, 2012 by Thomas J. Neal, Ph.D.

By Guest Blogger John Gaffney “You are the light of the world.  A city set on a mountain cannot be hidden.  Nor do they light a lamp and then put it under a bushel basket; it is set on a lampstand, … Continue reading →

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Faith and Stress

Posted on August 2, 2012 by Thomas J. Neal, Ph.D.

By Guest Blogger Rachel Egan Long Night It was another lonely night…  My 2-year-old daughter slept in the next room and my unborn baby boy was delivering some swift kicks to make sure I knew that he was there and … Continue reading →

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