Tag Archives: family

Life is a Test: Are You Ready?

Some thoughts on Thanksgiving I’m traveling this week and don’t get to daily mass or watch it on TV, so I picked up one of my Bible apps and dialed up today’s readings. The gospel was one we had recently heard during Ordinary Time, Luke 21:12-19 (33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time). Today’s was a slightly shorterContinue reading “Life is a Test: Are You Ready?”

MOLLIE FLETCHER KLOCEK

Chesapeake – Mollie Fletcher Klocek, 74, died peacefully on October 15, 2025, at the Commonwealth Senior Living Facility, Leigh Hall, in Norfolk. She was born on October 1, 1951, at Ft. Benning, Georgia, to John W. and Sara (Adams) Fletcher. She is preceded in death by her brother John and has two surviving brothers, MichaelContinue reading “MOLLIE FLETCHER KLOCEK”

Mollie Fletcher Klocek

Chesapeake – Mollie Fletcher Klocek, 74, died peacefully on October 15, 2025, at the Commonwealth Senior Living Facility, Leigh Hall, in Norfolk. She was born on October 1, 1951, at Ft. Benning, Georgia, to John W. and Sara (Adams) Fletcher. She is preceded in death by her brother John and has two surviving brothers, MichaelContinue reading “Mollie Fletcher Klocek”

Are You a Living Room Catholic (LRC)?

“You can’t be a part-time Catholic when there is a full-time Satan.” (from Scott Hahn’s Facebook site) I don’t recall where I got the term “living room Catholic” but it struck me when I heard it as “Catholic in name only” (CINO). Then I watched a conversion story on the Eternal Word Television Network (EWTN)Continue reading “Are You a Living Room Catholic (LRC)?”

Vacation from Work, Not God

Summer is upon us. That means nicer weather (and afternoon thunderstorms around here), more outdoor activities, family outings, travel, Independence Day celebrations (don’t forget your flag), etc. However, as committed Catholics, we must remember that our commitment to God does not change with the seasons. While we might be on vacation from work, we shouldContinue reading “Vacation from Work, Not God”

UNITY

While written for my local Knights of Columbus Council Newsletter, the issue of unity is an important one for our Church. It is also important for our country. I am afraid that we have forgotten our national unity as well as our need for oneness with God and each other as part of His family.Continue reading “UNITY”

A New Beginning

“The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light.” (Is 9:2) Christmas is right on top of us. Twenty to thirty years ago the television networks would have multiple showings of “A Christmas Carol” (several versions), “Miracle on 34th Street,” “It’s a Wonderful Life,” “White Christmas,” “The Bishop’s Wife,” and several others. A quickContinue reading “A New Beginning”

Somewhere There’s a Bottom – We Hope

“People who are happy or breathing easier because of the outcome of this election now own its consequences. Inflation, high gas and food prices, and an open border are likely to continue. … Maybe another two years of suffering will do it, assuming the country survives.” —Cal Thomas How low can we go? We haveContinue reading “Somewhere There’s a Bottom – We Hope”

Catholic Vote

Dear Editor: I have a response to Maria Mastromarino (Letters to the Editor, Oct. 29: Catholics should not be single-issue voters).  Our issues are the teachings of Jesus Christ and His Church. Here are some guidelines for how I think Catholics should vote.  Ask yourself the following questions:  New York has an opportunity this yearContinue reading “Catholic Vote”

2022 Midterm Elections: Is Your Conscience Ready?

“In the depths of his conscience, man detects a law … always summoning him to love good and avoid evil, the voice of conscience [which] speaks to his heart…” Vatican II, Gaudium et Spes The midterm elections are less than 100 days away. Now is time to review our duties and responsibilities as Catholics in theContinue reading “2022 Midterm Elections: Is Your Conscience Ready?”

Victory for Life and America: SCOTUS Overturns Roe v Wade

The decision has been announced. The Supreme Court has overturned Roe and Casey in a 6-3 Decision. This is an overwhelming victory for life and for freedom for all, born and unborn, in the United States. Now we need to work doggedly within our states to make sure that life is preserved and the dignityContinue reading “Victory for Life and America: SCOTUS Overturns Roe v Wade”