Having child out of wedlock does not bar access to sacraments, Vatican says
byBy Cindy Wooden VATICAN CITY — Women who have conceived a child out of wedlock and have the courage to choose life for their…
ANALYSIS: US Catholics’ priest shortage faces new ‘serious crisis’ due to immigration law
byBy Kimberley Heatherington For the global faithful accustomed to reports of an ongoing vocations crisis, the Vatican’s March 2023 announcement that the worldwide number…
Trinity inducts eight into hall of fame during annual event
byTrinity High School honored eight individuals who have made significant contributions to the life of Trinity at the school’s annual Hall of Fame dinner…
At Christmas, God remains with us through war and poverty, pope says
byBy Justin McLellan VATICAN CITY — The Christmas season is a reminder to Christians that despite hardships, God chose to join himself to humanity…
Between Amens — Dec. 24 will be busy; here’s why
byWith Christmas on a Monday, the 2023 calendar provides us with the shortest possible Advent season and a very busy day on Sunday, Dec….
Pope advances sainthood causes, including of a saint’s brother
byBy Cindy Wooden VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis advanced eight sainthood causes Dec. 14, including the cause of St. Gianna Beretta Molla’s brother, Capuchin…
Editorial — This Christmas, take a cue from the young
byThere is nothing brighter than the smile of a child during the season of Christmas. They look at the world with eyes dancing in…
Pope: Pilgrimages are ‘balm on the wounds’ of people with disabilities
byBy Justin McLellan VATICAN CITY — Sharing the pilgrimage experience with people with disabilities is a testament to the Catholic Church’s ability to accompany…
Official — Archbishop makes new appointment
byArchbishop Shelton J. Fabre has made the following appointment, effective Dec. 14, 2023. Reverend Pier Giorgio Dengler, O.P., has been appointed pastor of St….
Our Lady of Guadalupe honored at Mass
byHundreds of Hispanic and Latino Catholics gathered at St. Peter the Apostle Church on Johnsontown Road Dec. 12 to celebrate the feast of Our…