People wounded in life should find welcome in the church, pope says
byBy Cindy Wooden VATICAN CITY — The wounds of Christ, still visible after his resurrection, are the greatest sign of God’s love and mercy,…
As community grieves, archbishop says to be present to your emotions, ‘let’s start there together’
bySharing some of his emotions — shock, sadness, a need for prayer — Archbishop Shelton J. Fabre asked people to give themselves permission to…
Federal judge temporarily blocks Biden’s clean water rule amid challenge from 24 states
byBy Kate Scanlon WASHINGTON — A federal judge April 12 blocked a Biden administration rule that would expand federal protections for thousands of smaller…
Alfombra is an ‘offering to God,’ parishioner says
byParishioners of Church of the Annunciation in Shelbyville, Ky., created a traditional carpet of sawdust called an “alfombra” in the church’s center aisle for…
Blood donations needed following mass shooting
byFollowing Monday’s mass shooting at the Old National Bank in downtown Louisville, Mayor Craig Greenberg is asking community members to donate blood. “When you…
Florida immigration bill criminalizing transporting undocumented immigrants has religious liberty implications, faith leaders say
byA bill in Florida that supporters say would crack down on illegal immigration in the Sunshine State has prompted concerns from some faith leaders…
Women religious call for action in wake of shooting
byReligious women from four communities released a statement April 12 on the Old National Bank mass shooting saying that though they draw strength and…
Bulletin Board — April 13, 2023
byDIVINE MERCY Divine Mercy Sunday will be celebrated at local parishes on April 16: — St. Athanasius Church, 5915 Outer Loop. Confession and adoration…
Las pastorales penitenciarias llevan la esperanza y la luz de Cristo a los que ‘cumplen condena’
byPor Robert Alan Glover “Porque el Señor escucha a los necesitados y no desprecia a los suyos que están presos”, dice el salmista, y…
Wedding Anniversary — April 13, 2023
byDeacon John and Helen Froehlich, members of Christ the Healer Church, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on April 13. Mrs. Froehlich is the…