Author Archives: Fr. John Laffoon

They came to the house of the ruler of the synagogue, and Jesus saw a commotion, people weeping and wailing loudly. And when he had entered, he said to them,…

One of the best things about being a Christian is joy. The New Bible Dictionary points out that, “In both OT and NT joy is consistently the mark both individually…

A tiny little virus has poured out so much unexpected sadness, disappointment, and confusion throughout the world over the last three months. Lives have been lost. Normal activities screeched to a halt….

A few years ago Fuller Youth Institute asked young adults what they most wished they would have had more of during their youth group years. I keep their top five…

“At sermons and prayers men may sleep and wander; but when asked a question, he must discover what it is. This practice [catechesis] exceeds even sermons in teaching.” – George Herbert, The Study of…