In just a few hours, I’ll be heading to Chicago O’Hare International Airport, where I’ll meet Jill, the Public Relations Director for the Midwest Region of the Israel Ministry of Tourism. Together, we’ll take a 9 1/2 hour flight to Read more
This morning I had a great chat with Diana von Glahn (EWTN’s “The Faithful Traveler), Peter Jesserer Smith (National Catholic Register Reporter), and Denise Bossert ((syndicated columnist)/ All three of us will go to Israel next week to cover the Holy Father’s Read more
It may seem as though Pope Francis’ trip to the Holy Land May 24-26 is something far away, both mentally and geographically. Trust me, it’s very close. Sure, he’ll be meeting with a number of dignitaries from positions and areas Read more
A few items of interest that I think will interest you, also:
First, in his homily this lovely morn at Casa Santa Marta, Pope Francis spoke about the danger of a hardened heart, encouraging the faithful to open our hearts to the work of the Holy Spirit. All of us have hardened hearts at one time or (more…)
I’ll tell you the same thing I texted my daughter earlier today, “With this trip, all bets are off!” That was in response to her teasing me about all the changes in my travel plans to Israel. And all bets Read more
The quote below from Pope Francis is a keeper, and that’s why I’m sharing it with you. I hope it becomes a keeper for you, too.
In his homily this morning at Casa Santa Marta, the Holy Father spoke about the Holy Spirit in the context of the conversion of the first pagans to Christianity, found in today’s (more…)
What fun! Tomorrow, May 9, at 6:35am I’ll be on the Son Rise Morning Show chatting with the awesome Matt Swaim about my upcoming trip to Israel. Join us live or catch the podcast later.Â