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…
New book chronicles effort to revitalize community
by“The Little Community That Could: The Story of a Rural Eco-Friendly Family Life Center,” a new book by Father J. Ronald Knott, chronicles a…
Bulletin Board — December 14, 2023
byOUTREACH OPPORTUNITY St. John Center is seeking volunteers for its Day Shelter and Social Services Center. Volunteers typically serve in two-hour shifts and can…
Pope says he’ll be buried outside the Vatican, is simplifying funeral
byBy Justin McLellan VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis said he has decided to be buried in Rome’s Basilica of St. Mary Major instead of…