By Fr. Bud Grant I’ve never liked the Book of Job. I admire its intricate structure and theatrics, but its …Read More
Category: Opinion
Why study theology?
By Patrick Schmadeke While it might not be readily apparent, theology is worth studying because it is intrinsically valuable. It …Read More
Practical basis for opposition to physician-assisted suicide
(Editor’s note: The Catholic Messenger introduces a new monthly column, Catholic Health Care Today. Catholic health care experts from the …Read More
Marriage: an icon of God’s love for us
What the world needs now is not “love, sweet love” as the song goes, but the sanctifying love that God …Read More
Discrimination hurts our nation
To the Editor: “I have decided to stick with love. Hate is too great a burden to bear.” This quote …Read More
Replace fake news with journalism for peace
February marks Catholic Press Month, a time to celebrate and support journalism that provides solid news coverage and commentary independent …Read More
Support St. Patrick Society parade, scholarships
To the Editor: The St. Patrick Society Quad Cities Grand Parade will march on Saturday, March 17. The 33rd edition …Read More









