The Shepherd's Voice

The twice-monthly column and podcast from Archbishop George J. Lucas

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How to get the most out of Lent
Listen to the audio here.   Q: Lent has just started. What are these next 40 days really all about? How can we get the most out of this season… Read More
Christmas 2022 finds us somewhere on our journey of faith
Christmas 2022 finds us somewhere on our journey of faith.  We look back to the first coming of Jesus, which we remember with joy at the Christmas feast.  The bible… Read More
Synod process assesses people’s connection to the Church
More than 8,000 people in the Archdiocese of Omaha participated in the diocesan phase of a worldwide process of discernment to gather feedback on people’s sense of integration into the… Read More
Statement by Archbishop George J. Lucas on the U.S. Supreme Court's Dobbs Decision
The Supreme Court’s decision in the Dobbs case is a major victory for unborn children, for their mothers and for the cause of justice in our country. Citizens and their… Read More
The priesthood: bringing ‘the light of the Gospel in every age and in every place
In the first of three pieces concerning vocations to the priesthood, Archbishop George J. Lucas shares his joy and gratitude for the upcoming ordination on June 4 of two men… Read More
Experiencing the risen Lord during the Easter season
Archbishop George J. Lucas shares his insights concerning how to find and experience Jesus through the reality of his resurrection and how belief in his resurrection illuminates our faith and… Read More
What is the Journey of Faith?
Q. Many people are now aware of the archdiocese-wide effort to help parishes flourish now and in the future called Journey of Faith. Can you explain what is meant by… Read More
Living Lent more fully
As we begin our Lenten observances, Archbishop George J. Lucas reflects on the meaning of Lent and how we can deepen our experience of the season and receive God’s graces… Read More
Celebrating the blessing of Catholic schools
As Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Omaha conclude their celebration of Catholic Schools Week, Jan. 30 through Feb. 5, Archbishop George J. Lucas is joined by Vickie Kauffold, superintendent… Read More
How should we respond to the COVID pandemic?
Archbishop George J. Lucas reflects on how the Catholic faithful can find hope and strength to endure the ongoing COVID pandemic by coming together as a faith community, showing respect… Read More
‘Invite Jesus in’ during this new year
Archbishop George J. Lucas reflects on the highlights and challenges of 2021 and looks ahead to the new year, encouraging the faithful to make time for prayer and deepening their… Read More
The beauty of the Incarnation
Archbishop George J. Lucas shares his thoughts on the incarnation of Jesus in history and what his taking on human form means for us today. He also shares a Christmas… Read More
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