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Bishops approve revised translation of baptismal rite for children
The U.S. bishops approved the use of a new translation of the baptismal rite for the first time in 40 years Nov. 14 during their annual fall assembly in Baltimore.
Prepare for Christmas with Mary at a Flame of Love retreat
Father James Blount, SOLT will direct a weekend-long series of prayer and reflection based on the Marian devotion.
Holy day retreat offers ‘Spirit Power’
A one-day Advent retreat on the feast of the Immaculate Conception will feature music, teaching and Mass for the holy day.
Free presentation explains natural fertility methods
Our Lady of Grace Parish will host a talk by Dr. Delia Larrauri on the Creighton Model and NaProTechnology, which offer pro-life approaches to reproductive health and fertility regulation.
Bishop Shanahan High School hosts Christmas craft show
Over 170 crafts and gifts make for one-stop Christmas shopping at the December 2 event.
CIDSE sees pope’s encyclical as guide to climate action plans
In a position paper released Nov. 15 at the U.N. climate talks in Bonn, Germany, International Cooperation for Development and Solidarity, or CIDSE, said the success of the Paris climate agreement depends on "our own cultural and spiritual transformation," as described by the pope.
Hindus threaten missioners; bishop seeks protection for Christians
A Catholic bishop has sought protection for the Christian community in the central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh after Hindu nationalists marched through the streets waving burning torches and denouncing missionaries.
Archbishop of Puerto Rico sees spiritual rebirth after hurricane’s wrath
As Puerto Rico's Catholics find their way through the wreckage and mud-soaked parish buildings and roofless homes while coping with minimal electricity, food and water, Archbishop Roberto Gonzalez Nieves said they have not lost their faith.
Legionaries deny illegal offshore dealings indicated by Paradise Papers
The order added that the accounts never violated any laws and did not handle the vast sums of money alleged in the investigation.
Priest mediates between Zimbabwe generals, Mugabe
UPDATED - Father Fidelis Mukonori, parliamentary liaison officer for Harare Archdiocese, is trying to mediate a graceful exit for the 93-year-old president, who has led Zimbabwe for 37 years.