Brazilian bishops’ Lenten campaign draws fire from some conservatives
byBy Lise Alves, Catholic News Service SAO PAULO — The Brazilian bishops’ conference has come under fire from some of its more conservative members…
U.S. House passes Equality Act in a 224-206 vote
byBy Julie Asher, Catholic News Service WASHINGTON — The House of Representatives passed the Equality Act in a 224-206 vote Feb. 25. A couple…
Rouler nets $100,000 and grows awareness
byCatholic Charities of Louisville’s second annual Mardi Gras-themed fundraiser netted close to $110,000 to support the agency’s programs, exceeding Catholic Charities’ fundraising goal. Rouler…
Ursuline Sister of Mount St. Joseph Dianna Ortiz, a human rights advocate, died Feb. 19
byUrsuline Sister of Mount St. Joseph Dianna Ortiz died Feb. 19 in Washington, D.C. She was 62 and had been an Ursuline sister for…
Parishes hold groundbreakings despite pandemic challenges
byBy JESSICA ABLE and RUBY THOMAS Record Staff Writers Despite the challenges posed by the pandemic — from the difficulties of holding meetings to financial…
Life in Christ — The Dignity of Women
byWhen parish leaders need advice and good counsel, they will often speak with a woman. I have spoken to these women or corresponded by…
Catholic Conference of Kentucky urges support for Education Opportunity Accounts bill
byCatholics are being encouraged to show their support for a bill that would help families meet the educational expenses of their children in kindergarten…
Parishes recognize 134 entering the church
byPassionist Father Justin Nelson, pastor of St. Agnes Parish, 1920 Newburg Road, conducted the Rite of Election and Call to Continuing Conversion ceremony during…
Videos highlight need of Lenten campaign
byEach Lent, families and individuals across the nation are asked to pray, fast and give to those in need as a way to prepare…
Bishops: If passed, Equality Act will ‘discriminate against people of faith’
byBy Julie Asher, Catholic News Service WASHINGTON — If the House of Representatives passes the Equality Act, its mandates will “discriminate against people of…