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High court hears case that could erode union rights that USCCB backs
At issue is whether unions can compel workers who are not union members to pay "fair share" membership fees when those employees work for the government.
Join the ‘Cassock Classic’ Frisbee tournament at the seminary
The seminarians of St. Charles Borromeo Seminary invite young adult groups and college/university ministries to participate in a one-day tournament. It's a way for young adults to mingle with their peers.
Martin Saints Classical High School hosts open house
The new Catholic high school in Oreland offers a classical education with small classes, outdoor adventures and opportunities for service. Learn more at an information night March 15.
Senior poise, free-throw accuracy lead to O’Hara’s 2nd straight title
Cardinal O'Hara, led by seniors Maura Hendrixson and Kenzie Gardler, showed the way to the Lion's 54-39 Catholic League championship over Neumann-Goretti. O'Hara went 30 of 35 from the foul line to pull away from the Saints.
Redemptorists leaving Ste.-Anne-de-Beaupre monastery
Tthe decision was made after "several months of studies and reflections on the current state of the buildings, the ability of the Redemptorists to maintain a quality pastoral service, the financial resources available for the life of the sanctuary and for the life of confreres."
Roman Catholic uses its own ‘Philly Special’ to grab PCL title
The legendary Palestra was the scene of another taut Catholic League championship as Roman topped Bonner-Prendergast, 51-49, in a game that saw nine lead changes and one final-minute play for the history books -- watch our video.
St. Mary Parish cooks up Lenten menu
The weekly dinners include a selection of fish and pasta, as well as dessert, raffles and fellowship.
The shifting ages for confirmation: A history
In the Western tradition, Catholics received the sacraments of Eucharist and confirmation not as infants, as in the Eastern churches. Church law allows bishops discretion for setting the age of reception.
The new normal: 7th, 8th graders now to receive confirmation
Archbishop Charles Chaput approved the new mandatory standard for receiving the sacrament, since older students in Catholic schools and PREP programs have a "much better understanding" than 4th, 5th or 6th graders.
Program focused on mental health helps students in Catholic schools
Through a partnership with archdiocesan schools, Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Omaha is supplying a licensed mental health therapist to provide direct therapy services at each school one half-day per week.