On Wednesday, February 18, Catholics and many Christian denominations throughout the world will celebrate the beginning of Lent. This day is called Ash Wednesday. The following is stated at Catholic.org: “Ash Wednesday is one...
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Tom's Thoughts on Faith & Life
by Tom Burke | Feb 15, 2026 | Uncategorized
On Wednesday, February 18, Catholics and many Christian denominations throughout the world will celebrate the beginning of Lent. This day is called Ash Wednesday. The following is stated at Catholic.org: “Ash Wednesday is one...
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by Tom Burke | Feb 8, 2026 | Uncategorized
I am Catholic. I attend a Catholic Mass every weekend of each calendar year. One Gospel reading that was read at Sunday Mass this weekend was Matthew 5:13-16. There are two important phrases that Jesus communicated to His...
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by Tom Burke | Feb 1, 2026 | Uncategorized
There are some things in life that a Christian may find challenging to do. Several of these may include attending a Mass or church service each weekend, praying, reaching out to help others, being a disciple of Jesus Christ,...
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by Tom Burke | Jan 25, 2026 | Uncategorized
I have been listening to contemporary Christian music for just over twenty years. I listen to this genre of music for the following reasons: Deepen my relationship with Jesus Christ. Learn more about what Jesus Christ did for me and how...
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by Tom Burke | Jan 18, 2026 | Uncategorized
Each and every one of us sins every day. There are times when we may sin and do it intentionally. We think about what we want to do, we know what we are doing, and we do it. Some of these actions in life may be thought out...
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