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By Deacon Daniel Vaughn June 2, 2026
Reverence During Daily Mass: Why It matters for our entire parish
By Deacon Daniel Vaughn May 26, 2026
Why Popes Write Encyclicals: A Living Tradition of Teaching, Guidance, and Unity 
By Deacon Dan Vaughn May 19, 2026
The Mass Intention and the Heart’s Intention at Holy Communion
Why Altar Servers fold their hands upright during Mass, and why we should, too.
By Deacon Dan Vaughn May 12, 2026
Why Altar Servers fold their hands upright during Mass, and why we should, too.
Saints Who Were Mothers: Faith, Family, and Holiness in Everyday Life
By Deacon Dan Vaughn May 5, 2026
Saints Who Were Mothers: Faith, Family, and Holiness in Everyday Life
By Deacon Dan Vaughn April 28, 2026
Entering the Quiet: The Sacred Gift of Silence at Mass 
By Deacon Dan Vaughn April 22, 2026
Why Catholic retreats are important for our High School youth
By Deacon Dan Vaughn April 14, 2026
The Call to Holy Orders and the importance of the pre ordination retreat
By Deacon Dan Vaughn April 7, 2026
Divine Mercy Sunday: The Hidden Jewels of God’s Tender Love
Why do Christians call Good Friday “Good”?
By Deacon Dan Vaughn March 26, 2026
Why do Christians call Good Friday “Good”?