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‘Unbroken’ sequel’s focus on spiritual struggles, not physical hardship
Like the first "Unbroken" film, the sequel also is an inspirational story of a man overcoming adversity. But, for many viewers, the protagonist's spiritual struggle in this second film will feel more relatable than his prison camp experiences recounted in the first one.
African bishops want action on priests who remain in Europe
Catholic bishops in Africa have voiced concern about a growing number of priests who fail to return home after training or ministering in Europe, in violation of church norms.
‘Our people have overcome,’ Syriac Catholic patriarch says in Aleppo
Celebrating Mass Sept. 9 at the inauguration and rededication of the restored Our Lady of the Assumption Syriac Catholic Cathedral, Patriarch Ignace Joseph III Younan said, "We will always be people of hope and life."
Satan is attacking bishops; they must fight with prayer, pope says
In these times, Pope Francis said, it seems like the devil, "the great accuser, has been let loose and he's got it in for the bishops. True, there are, we are all sinners, we bishops."
Marquette University removes its past president’s name from building
The dorm formerly named "Wild Commons," after Jesuit Father Robert A. Wild, was renamed simply to "The Commons" Sept. 4 just weeks after opening in August bearing the name of Marquette's president from 1996-2011 and 2013-2014.
Bishop to cooperate with investigation into abuse at Vermont orphanage
Bishop Christopher J. Coyne of Burlington pledged to cooperate with state and local officials investigating reports of alleged abuse of former residents of a Catholic orphanage.
Grandparents have special role in families: evangelizing
Now more than ever, grandparents have an essential role in their families, particularly when it comes to passing on the faith to future generations.
Archdiocese kicks off Respect Life Month with relics from four saints
A Sept. 30 gathering at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul will focus on St. Padre Pio, St. Teresa of Calcutta, St. Gianna Beretta Molla and St. Maria Goretti, each of whom witnessed to the call to life in a unique way.
Catholic Tent Revival refreshes believers of all ages
The all-day event at Malvern Retreat House on Oct. 7 will feature worship, music and fun, as well as outdoor eucharistic adoration and Mass celebrated by Philadelphia auxiliary bishop Timothy C. Senior.
Shroud Encounter
Shroud Encounter is a dramatic big-screen experience. Each clue is revealed and examined like a CSI Investigation leading deeper into its maze of mystery and intrigue.