Asylum-seekers will be allowed in as DHS ends ‘Remain in Mexico’ policy
By Rhina Guidos WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Homeland Security said Aug. 8 that it was set to end, in “a quick and…
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Elementary educators gather for back-to-school Mass
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Volunteers on a mission to harness safe water for Kentucky county
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Amid grief and loss, long-term recovery on the horizon for Eastern Kentucky
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Pro-life leaders turn advocacy to outreach after Roe decision
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Parishes asked to take up a collection for Eastern Kentucky Aug. 6 and 7
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Kentucky churches, communities work together to meet flood victims’ needs
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Catholic men are invited
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Enslaved woman called a
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‘mother’ of the archdiocese
and of Catholics, Black and white
Nigerian officials say they’ve arrested six linked to Pentecost attacks
By Peter Ajayi Dada LAGOS, Nigeria — Nigerian officials identified six suspects arrested in connection with the June 5 attack that killed 40 people…
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Caccia: Mutual trust is ‘vital’ to pursuit of nonproliferation, disarmament
UNITED NATIONS — Nuclear-weapon-free zones model a way toward a world free of nuclear weapons, said Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, the Vatican’s permanent observer to…
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St. Peter’s on Capitol Hill offers hospitality to migrant busloads
By Mark Zimmermann WASHINGTON — For decades, St. Peter’s Church on Capitol Hill has been known for providing hospitality in its parish hall to…
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Cents & Sensibility — Practice optimism
Advice in last month’s column included conducting a mid-year review of your budget and savings. Another recommendation was to not panic due to news…
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Letter from the Archbishop — The annual Peter’s Pence Collection will be Aug. 20-21
My Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ, Greetings in the Lord! The annual Peter’s Pence Collection provides essential support for the Holy See’s activities…
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Elementary educators gather for back-to-school Mass
Catholic elementary school educators were met with a chorus of gratitude from the superintendent and archbishop at the Archdiocese of Louisville’s annual back-to-school Mass….
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Louisiana boat procession to highlight saints known for love of Eucharist
LAFAYETTE, La. — The annual Fête-Dieu du Têche in the Diocese of Lafayette takes place on the feast of the Assumption, Aug. 15, and…
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Between Amens — The “Heroic Minute”
Summer is winding down, and the first day of school looms for my two children, who will be in eighth grade and kindergarten, and…
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Volunteers on a mission to harness safe water for Kentucky county
Dr. Kassi Marshall, a physician, mother and member of the Chavies First Church of God in Chavies, Ky., is on a mission to bring…
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Amid grief and loss, long-term recovery on the horizon for Eastern Kentucky
Mother of Good Counsel Church in Hazard, Ky., tolled its bell as Mass ended on Sunday, Aug. 7, while parishioners named a litany of…
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Wedding Anniversaries — August 11, 2022
Eddie and Mary Sue Lee, members of St. Augustine Church in Lebanon, Ky., are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary Aug. 12. Mrs. Lee, the…
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Pro-life leaders turn advocacy to outreach after Roe decision
People who have long advocated for an end to legal abortion are now asking, “What’s next?” after Roe v. Wade was overturned earlier this…
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Desire for eternal youth is ‘delusional,’ pope says
By Junno Arocho Esteves VATICAN CITY — The passing of time in one’s life is meant to be lived as a God-given grace and…
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Religious orders call for international intervention in Haiti
PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti — Religious orders working in Haiti have called on the international community to directly intervene to address the reign of terror of armed…
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Big Table potluck event set for Sept. 11 in Iroquois Park
The Big Table, an event that invites people to gather to share food and conversation, will take place from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m….
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Dr. Mary Beth Bowling discusses new school year in “What’s New in ArchLou” podcast
The August episode of “What’s New in ArchLou,” the Archdiocese of Louisville’s new podcast, is available now. This month’s guest, Dr. Mary Beth Bowling,…
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Hildegard House seeks volunteers, offers two-day training in September
Hildegard House, 114 Adams Street, is looking for volunteers to serve as compassionate companions, providing end-of-life care for individuals who have no home or…
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Saint Serra Club hosts annual luncheon for seminarians
The Archdiocese of Louisville’s Saint Serra Club hosted its annual seminarian luncheon Aug. 4 at the Maloney Center, meeting new seminarians and checking in…
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Passionist center to host conversation on education equity with NAACP official
The Passionist Earth and Spirit Center, 1924 Newburg Road, will host a community conversation with Dr. Raymond Burse of the NAACP Louisville Branch on…
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Institute focuses on best immigration ministry practices, reasons for hope
By Joyce Duriga CHICAGO — The overarching message of the two-day National Pastoral Migratoria Institute held recently at Catholic Theological Union in Chicago was:…
Read MoreDeacon Daniel Patterson, who served at St. Luke, dies at 81
Deacon Daniel E. Patterson Sr. died July 15. He was 81 and had been a deacon of the Archdiocese of Louisville for 45 years….
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Ambassador says pope will visit Ukraine before Kazakhstan trip
By Junno Arocho Esteves VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis plans to make his long-awaited visit to Ukraine before his trip to Kazakhstan in September,…
Read MoreNuncio says pope wants the faithful ‘to be the light of the world today’
By Katie Peterson NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Catholic faithful must “be the light of the world today” in both the church and society, said…
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Hillbilly Thomists bluegrass band performs for Knights on Opry stage
By Katie Peterson NASHVILLE — As a boy growing up in the Nashville area, Chris Gautsch never expected to perform on the most well-known…
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