This Advent, our expressions of hope are very much focused on the current situation in which we find ourselves.
The final beatitudes of Jesus offer blessings we would rather forego.
The 7th beatitude calls us to a difficult, heroic way of life.
"Pure" is a word that draws smirks or scorn from many. So how is it that, as Jesus says, those who are "pure in heart" are blessed? The latest word…
There come a time in every life when we need mercy. That's why the words of Jesus’ fifth Beatitude grab our attention.