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In his blog post this week, Jim Brennan ’85 reflects on Michelangelo's Pietà, a masterpiece of Renaissance art, that embodies Catholic spirituality, reflecting the Eucharist's significance and offering a profound meditation on suffering, hope, and the light of Christ amidst darkness.

Jim Brennan’s '85 blog "The Most Wonderful Time of the Year" explores the beauty of Holy Week, highlighting its significance and the deeper meaning of Easter compared to Christmas. He shares insights into the rituals of Palm Sunday, Spy Wednesday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Holy Saturday, inviting readers to reflect on themes of sacrifice and love.

Originally published on March 18, 2016. Also, listen to the LFTA podcast on Spotify! Click the link in the post to listen.

Originally published on March 11, 2016. Also, listen to the LFTA podcast on Spotify! Click the link in the post to listen.

In his blog, "The Way of Sorrow" Jim Brennan '85 shares how attending the Stations of the Cross can connect us with Jesus' suffering and prompt us to empathize with those in pain, encouraging us to act with compassion toward others.

Originally published on March 4, 2016. Also, listen to the LFTA podcast on Spotify! Click the link in the post to listen.

As Women's History Month winds down, Jim Brennan '85 reflects on women's influence in faith. Both "Liturgical" and "Social Justice" Catholics enrich our understanding of discipleship, exemplified by Dorothy Day’s balanced commitment to prayer and service.

Originally published on February 26, 2016. Also, listen to the LFTA podcast on Spotify! Click the link in the post to listen.