Archive for March 6, 2019
Lenten fasting advice from the Pope who faced Attila the Hun
As Christians prepare to engage in the fasting and abstinence of Lent, they can find guidance in the words of... Read more
Minnesota Catholics promote 'integral human ecology' at state lobbying event
At a time when, to many Catholics, politics in America seem at odds with faith and morals, Catholics in Minnesota... Read more
Pope Francis: We need you, Jesus. Thy Kingdom Come
Pope Francis said Wednesday that the Kingdom of God is the greatest force in the world, but it is humble,... Read more
Pope Francis prays for Alabama tornado victims
Pope Francis sent his prayers and condolences to Alabama Wednesday after devastating tornadoes over the weekend killed 23 people and... Read more
Pope on Ash Wednesday: Lenten fasting a 'wake-up call for the soul'
Fasting from food or other things during Lent is a chance for Catholics to reorient their material attachments, Pope Francis... Read more
Cardinal Pell's appeal process to begin in June
An Australian court announced Wednesday that Cardinal George Pell's application for leave to appeal his conviction of sexual abuse will... Read more
New York bishops blaze against legalization in joint marijuana statement
The New York State Catholic Conference, which represents the state’s 28 bishops, issued a fiery statement on Wednesday opposing plans... Read more
First Ash Wednesday service held in Scottish Parliament
The Scottish Parliament hosted a Blessing and Distribution of Ashes for the first time this year, with Archbishop Leo Cushley... Read more
Santiago archdiocese comments on priest sentenced for sex abuse
The Archdiocese of Santiago commented Tuesday on the case of Father Tito Rigoberto Rivera Muñoz, who was found guilty in... Read more
Ash Wednesday liturgies held on Capitol Hill
Catholic members of Congress participated in the tradition Lenten practice of receiving ashes at the Capitol Wednesday. During the liturgy,... Read more
New bill could mean more scholarships for Catholic schools nationwide
A proposed federal tax credit-based scholarship program could provide a boost for parents who want to send their children to... Read more
