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My entire life I have been taught by the greatest teacher of all — Jesus — not only in church but in school as well.
The underlying mission for all Catholic schools is to provide a safe environment for learning and to strengthen a student’s... More 
Dear Dave,
I’ll be graduating from college with no debt in a couple of weeks, and I have a good job waiting for me in January. During the last few years, I’ve managed to save almost $25,000 from my part-time jobs while in school. My car is... More
Dear Dave,
I like your plan, and I’m ready to get control of my finances. Should I catch up on past due bills before saving $1,000 for the beginner emergency fund you recommend in Baby Step 1?
Samantha
Dear Samantha,
This is a great question,... More
This year, I began my first semester of college at Creighton University, a Jesuit college in Omaha, as a student in the direct entry nursing school.
So far, despite the rigorous courses and the high stress that every college student is bound to experience,... More
Chris Baker is sharing his painful reflections regarding the abuse he suffered years ago at the hands of former priest Bob Torres, its devastating impact in his spiritual life and his more recent path to healing.
It is even more heart rending to know... More
Who is responsible? How deep does the corruption go? What is going to be done about this? Why doesn’t God do something?
Disrupting the relative peace we had before, the scandals in the Church have brought in a storm of questions. All of these... More
Dear Dave,
Do you think I should lower the amount I’m contributing to my 401(k) so I can pay off my house and my truck?
Jamie
Dear Jamie,
If you’re following my plan, the first thing you should do is set aside a beginner emergency fund... More
In our world today we have several civil rights issues plastered all over our newspapers, social media and televisions. Some include the recent news of separating immigrant families at the border, pro-life issues, unfair treatment from police toward different... More
Dear Dave,
How do you feel about taking money out of savings to pay off credit cards?
Peggy
Dear Peggy,
I’m OK with this under two conditions. One is that you cut up the credit cards, close the accounts and never use those things again. The... More
Dear Dave,
Do you believe the adult child of a senior citizen, who is physically and mentally healthy but has neglected to plan for retirement, should be burdened with providing financial assistance to that parent?
Robbie
Dear Robbie,
Based... More