An older friend, whom I consider a mentor, once told me, “there is no shame in weeping. Crying only means that we have loved and continue to love something or someone.” We weep on occasions when, from our human perspective, the beloved is irretrievably lost. We weep at evil; evil and it effects, committed by… [Read More]
New Priest for the Diocese of Austin in 2014
Just last Saturday, June 7, 2014, a wonderful young man, Craig DeYoung, was ordained to the priesthood for the Diocese of Austin. His love for God, his servants heart and his joy for life is evident from the moment you meet Craig and is splashed across his face when you see his big smile. Personally, I’ve… [Read More]
A Seminarian’s Reflection on Faith
The Lord Our God, Our Father, sees all things. No matter how much we try to hide from him, and no matter how much we might think we are doing things in secret, he sees all things. Night is not dark enough to hide us away from his loving view. He does not look upon… [Read More]
The Birds in the Sky
In the midst of finals, I find that many friends, including myself experience mini-existential crises. We wonder what we are doing with our lives, how this grade will affect the future, and how we are supposed to make meaning in this messy little thing called life. I worry about where I am supposed to be… [Read More]
5th Annual Men’s Mass with Bishop Joe
Last year, I went to my first Men’s Mass celebrated at St Mary’s Cathedral in downtown Austin. It was a really great experience to come together as Men of the same faith. We were are all of all ages and from different backgrounds, vocations, and cultures, but we all came as men seeking Jesus. We… [Read More]
