Many Catholics have fond memories of May crownings and processions. This great faith tradition is alive and well in many Paulist parishes, including those in San Francisco and Austin. View photos of this year’s events that honor the Blessed Virgin Mary!
In the Church calendar, May is traditionally devoted to Mary. Father Bruce Nieli, CSP, explores the significance of Mary in Paulist spirituality and reflects on Mary as “the model of the Spirit-filled disciple of Jesus."
"For humility is the recognition and the understanding that we can do nothing without the aid of God," says Paulist Founder Father Isaac T. Hecker in an 1854 reflection. Read the entire reflection and a response by Father John Behnke, CSP.
Read the new Friends of Hecker newsletter, which aims to spread the word about Father Hecker's life and writings, and encourage prayers for his canonization.
How shall we preach and act apostolically? This is the question posed by Father Isaac T. Hecker in a previously unpublished reflection. Read Father Hecker's thoughts and a response from Father Frank Desiano, CSP.
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