By Fr. Thom Hennen Question Box Q. Why do some Catholic churches offer the chalice, or blood of Christ, at …Read More
Question Box: Why is the blood of Christ optional at churches?
Category: Features
Shopper encounters humility and an angel
By Kathy Berken On Deck Does this seem familiar? You’re in a rush and need to stop at the …Read More
Question Box: Jubilee Year 2025 pilgrimage sites in the diocese
By Fr. Thom Hennen Question Box Q: What is the Diocese of Davenport doing for the Jubilee Year? How can …Read More
Question Box: When was Jesus born?
By Fr. Thom Hennen Question Box Q: I have heard that Jesus may have been born at a different time …Read More
Breath prayer: let God in and let go of your fears
By Hal Green Pondering Prayer When asked the question about where God is, an ancient sage said simply, “God is …Read More
The true power of our common humanity
By Jenna Ebener A reflection In the past month, I have had two thyroid procedures. The first procedure resulted in …Read More
Question Box: Question on cremation vs burial of the body
Q: I know that the Catholic Church now allows cremation but is burial of the body still preferred or does …Read More