Category Archives: Spirit of communication

God’s in the details — and the patriotic songs

Posted on July 4, 2013 by Bill Schmitt

I was blessed to start out this 4th of July with Mass at St. Matthew’s Cathedral, a Mass celebrated by Bishop Kevin Rhoades to mark the end of the Fortnight for Freedom. Especially in light of the Bishop’s remarks about … Continue reading →

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Gateway Episodes: This Concept Opens Up Some Possibilities

Posted on June 28, 2013 by Bill Schmitt

Thank you, Abby Ohlheiser, whose post in the June 25 Slate introduced me to the concept of “gateway episodes.” Abby mused on how a TV series, perhaps a now-cancelled series that one always wanted to sample  and still can catch … Continue reading →

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Stay Tuned …

Posted on May 13, 2013 by Bill Schmitt

The Son Rise Morning Show, which is heard on more than 180 Catholic radio stations in the United States, is not being heard in South Bend, for the time being. Because of what might be called “technical difficulties” in leasing … Continue reading →

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Pax et bonum, Pope Benedict

Posted on February 28, 2013 by Bill Schmitt

I am taking a moment to write this post at 1:57 local time, Feb. 28, just a few minutes before Pope Benedict officially renounces the role of Holy Father. The beautiful bells of Notre Dame’s Basilica of the Sacred Heart … Continue reading →

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