Pastoral guidance for everyday living.
The first of a new Diocesan video series tackling contemporary issues, titled “Faith Matters,” tells the story of one person’s struggle with addiction, and the hope she found in her community of faith.
Fr. Tateos Abdalian reflects on the feelings of outrage expressed by so many of our fellow citizens, in the face of disheartening episodes of random violence. How might our faith guide us in confronting the plague of violence in our society?
Fr. Tateos Abdalian wonders why so many people seem so angry lately. What does it say about our society? What does it say about ourselves? And is there any force that can calm the anger in our hearts?
Fr. Tateos Abdalian reflects on his recent experience as a pilgrim visiting the holy sites of Jerusalem.
Fr. Tateos Abdalian reflects on the difficulty of expressing the words “I’m sorry.” Even in the case of genuine wrongdoing, the human heart routinely rebels at the thought of apologizing. Yet honest confession—to God, to other people, and often to yourself—is the first step on […]
Fr. Tateos Abdalian offers four simple ways to focus your spirit.