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Chaldean Catholic synod offers thanks for return of displaced Christians
The Chaldean Catholic Church concluded a weeklong synod in Baghdad offering thanks to God for the return of numerous displaced Christians to their hometowns in the Ninevah Plain.
British Columbia residents ‘broken’ as wildfire destroys homes, church
Bishop Hector Vila said all residents were evacuated safely, but many structures, including buildings at St. Theresa Mission, were destroyed in the blaze.
Gaudete Et Exsulate
The first session will attempt to capture the high points of the Pope’s teaching, setting the stage for the participants’ reading the document for themselves.
Sexual abuse by monks covered up at schools in England, inquiry finds
The "appalling sexual abuse" of children as young as 7 was covered up in two leading Benedictine-run schools in England to protect the reputations of predatory monks, a government-backed investigation concluded.
The Divine Dance – Richard Rohr, O.F.M
You are invited to join in a discussion of this text which has the potential of changing, not only your understanding of the Trinity, but of changing your life! Are you ready, not only to join in the dance, but to become the dance as well?
Blessing of the Animals set for Feast of St. Francis
Pets and their owners are invited to the Mary Garden at Daylesford Abbey, Paoli, Oct. 6 for a special blessing in honor of St. Francis of Assisi. Braxton Animal Works will provide treats for pets.
“Communio” – In a Way, It’s About Everything
This presentation looks “from below” (God’s self-revelation) toward the Creator/Trinity, “from above” (Trinity reflected in nature), and looks to the implications of this Mystery in our lives.
Mass for the Solemnity of the Assumption of Mary
The Catholic Young Adults of Chester County will gather for Mass Wednesday evening, Aug. 15, at SS. Simon and Jude Church, West Chester, followed by a night out at a pizzeria.
Theology on Tap – Getting Acquainted With C.S. Lewis
Please join Metanoia Young Adults on August 21 for our monthly Theology on Tap! Our speaker will be Sister Sheila Galligan, IHM, and she will be speaking about famous Christian author and apologist, C.S. Lewis.
The Liturgy: Heaven Meets Earth with Father David Friel
The highest point of revelation is celebrated on the altar. In this session we reflect upon how it is we can describe the holy sacrifice of the Mass as where "heaven meets earth".