These are some words of “Joe” R. Biden, Jr., a Catholic, in his inaugural speech when he was sworn in as the 46th President of the United States of America. We can do whatever we want, whatever is our heart’s desire. But as good Christians, we should pay attention to things pleasing to the eyes…

Jesus said to give to the least of our brothers and sisters. However, to whom and where do we exactly give our donations, and how are we supposed to help, especially in a pandemic?

With the age of digital connectivity, we are bombarded with many different stimulations that can overwhelm us. Silence and stillness is needed in order to help us reassess our sense of self, connect with God, and decide on how to affect real change.

A divorce. A sudden sickness. Parental crisis. Financial distress. There is a moment in life when everything, from marriage to health, seems unable to withstand the weight of life’s challenges.

Even with different cultural, social and economic backgrounds, all human beings are bound by the same desire: to be happy, to live peacefully and to long for God’s presence in their lives. A foreign missionary shares his experience of bonding with someone through this “same heart.”

Even with different cultural, social and economic backgrounds, all human beings are bound by the same desire: to be happy, to live peacefully and to long for God’s presence in their lives. A foreign missionary shares his experience of bonding with someone through this “same heart.”

Polarization seeks to divide our society and make it more vulnerable to manipulation and deception. An open and listening heart willing to understand other viewpoints is the key to preserving our inner freedom and achieving a more peaceful, united society.

Those in prison for their crimes can find hope by looking at Jesus’ self-giving through His crucifixion and the mercy He shows to all sinners. With the help of the Holy Spirit, the “living dead” can now look towards a better future.

The “times in between” are an integral component of everybody’s life journey. They are periods of irrelevance and anonymity but crucial for a deeper understanding of one’s identity and for preparing to take on a new responsibility.