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Director de spanersidad presenta reporte
WASHINGTON-El padre jesuita Allan Figueroa Deck, director ejecutivo del Secretariado de spanersidad Cultural en la Iglesia, presentó el 4 de febrero los resultados de un estudio sobre el estado actual de organizaciones e iniciativas católicas al servicio del ministerio hispano. El título del estudio es «National and Regional Hispanic Catholic Ministry Organizational Initiatives: An Assessment». […]
The homily and the priesthood
Catechetical Series Part 5By Father Patrick J. Brady Fifth in a series that explains the priesthood during the Church’s Year of the Priest. “Go make disciples from all nations” (Matt. 28:19). The final command of Jesus in Matthew’s Gospel commissions the Church to proclaim His words to the world. Bishops, as shepherds of the flock, […]
During Lent, a weekly opportunity for reconciliation
By Christie L. ChicoineCS&T Staff Writer Cardinal Justin Rigali is calling on priests of the Archdiocese to schedule confessions in churches from 7 to 8 p.m. every Wednesday of Lent. “The participation of every parish in this archdiocesan effort indeed gives fitting pastoral attention to the sacrament of God’s mercy,” the Cardinal said in a […]
Reconciliation creates freedom for all
By Sister Ruth Bolarte, I.H.M. In the movie “Invictus,” Francois Pienaar wonders how Nelson Mandela could spend 30 years in prison, come out and forgive the men who put him there. Some of us may wonder how people who have been victims of violence can ever become instruments of peace. In the movie, Mandela would […]
The spiritual fatherhood of the priest
Catechetical Series Part 4 By Father Dennis J. Billy, C.Ss.R. Fourth in a series that explains the priesthood during the Church’s Year of the Priest. Since Jesus told His disciples not to call anyone on earth their father (Mt. 23:9), some of us may be wondering why we give our priests this title. The answer […]
Become a fan of Cardinal Rigali on Facebook
By George GregorySpecial to The CS&T Computer savvy Catholics in Philadelphia and around the world who are members of the social networking site Facebook are most likely familiar with phrases such as: “Mary found a lone black sheep on her farm in Farmville,” and “John is offering power packs to his gang in Mafia Wars.” […]
Turn away from sin, believe in the Good News
By Msgr. Hugh ShieldsSpecial to The CS&T As we prepare to enter the holy season of Lent, the refrain from the distribution of ashes on Ash Wednesday, “Turn away from sin and believe the Good News,” echoes in the hearts of many. The twofold direction of energies becomes clear as we contemplate these phrases:(1)Turn away […]
Arrepiéntete y cree en el Evangelio
By Msgr. Hugh J. Shields Según nos preparamos para entrar en el sagrado tiempo de cuaresma, el estribillo de la imposición de las cenizas el Miércoles de Ceniza, «Arrepiéntete y cree en el Evangelio», resuena en los corazones de muchos. Las dos direcciones de energía se aclaran al contemplar estas frases: (1) Arrepiéntete. La necesidad […]
Celibacy: Following Christ’s model for priesthood
Catechetical SeriesPart 3 By Father Patrick J. Brady Third in a series that explains the priesthood during the Church’s Year of the Priest. Mention priestly celibacy and you can quickly find yourself involved in a passionate debate – a debate often surrounded by a lot of misinformation. Today, celibacy is generally understood as a prohibition […]
Historic artifacts get new home
St. Bede Church renovation By Lou BaldwinSpecial to The CS&T HOLLAND – When St. Bede Church in Holland, Bucks County, completes an extensive renovation at the end of next year, it will have a distinct West Philadelphia interior. Chester Avenue at 56th Street to be exact. Included in the renovation will be sacred artifacts from […]