Fr Don’s Blog: Confession

Saint Augustine of Hippo (ancient city in modern-day Algeria) was famous for his great mind, remarkable conversion, and deep faith. His classic fifth century autobiography, Confessions, is less about his sins (though he reveals plenty) and more about God’s loving...

Fr Don’s Blog: Legacy Gift

Legacy Gift By Father Don Farnan on August 7, 2026 As Cardinal Jorge Bergoglio of Argentina sat in the Sistine Chapel during the conclave of 2013 and realized that he would be the next pope, his friend, Cardinal Hummes of Brazil who sat next to him, leaned over and...

Fr Don’s Blog: Catholic Wedding Gap

Catholic Wedding Gap By Father Don Farnan on July 24, 2026 Those who attend lots of Saturday weddings are familiar with the Catholic Wedding Gap; it refers to the time between an early afternoon church ceremony and evening reception. The two-to-three-hour time frame...

Fr Don’s Blog: Missouri & The World

Missouri & The World By Father Don Farnan on July 16, 2026 Congratulations to the national soccer teams of Spain and Argentina, finalists in the 2026 FIFA World Cup! Many of us are not international travelers so it was an incredible Odessey to have the world come...

Fr Don’s Blog: FSC Update

FSC Update By Father Don Farnan on July 12, 2026 Some people who read this blog but are not very familiar with the Farnan Spirituality Center (FSC) asked me to write something about what happens there. I offer this summary. Over the past four years, the FSC has...

Fr Don’s Blog: Child, Lead Them

Child, Lead Them By Father Don Farnan on July 5, 2026 Among the most tender scenes of the World Cup is when players take the field, or walk onto the pitch, holding hands of children. Often a youngster is also chosen to lead the referees and deliver the game ball. It...