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Friends, colleagues describe Archbishop Byrnes as ‘man led by the Spirit’
Deacon Tom Strasz -- nor anyone else, for that matter -- could have guessed those qualities would take Archbishop Byrnes halfway around the world as he takes on his next assignment as coadjutor archbishop of Agana, Guam.
Canada’s euthanasia opponents say getting accurate stats problematic
With euthanasia occurring in Quebec at triple government predictions, obtaining accurate statistics on medically assisted deaths across Canada is almost impossible and could lead to abuse, according to opponents of the practice.
Original hymn composed for dedication of new Raleigh cathedral next July
"I Will Praise Your Name Forever" is a congregational hymn that Michael Accurso composed with a procession in mind, reflecting the solemnity and importance of the occasion.
Bishops call for forgiveness among Sudanese factions to heal differences
The bishops of two African nations wracked by years of war and cycles of violence called for forgiveness among the sparring factions so that the countries can move forward for the betterment of their people.
Before being called to serve church, Kansas clergy served in armed forces
Service is important to those in the U.S. military. As Veterans Day Nov. 11 neared, The Register, newspaper of the Diocese of Salina, talked with some clergy members who were in the armed forces before turning to serve the church.
Catholic preschool Military Visitor Day focuses on importance of service
Preschool students typically learn their ABCs and 1-2-3s. Those in Jama Budke's classroom at St. John Catholic School in Beloit learned a bigger lesson recently when they met American heroes.
Mercy Fridays give pope a year of stories, tears, hugs
Tears, prayers, caresses -- but most of all, listening -- were the hallmarks of Pope Francis' "Mercy Friday" visits during the Year of Mercy.
Desire for power is an obstacle to serving God, pope says
In his teaching, Jesus made it clear that "he who commands must become like one who serves," the pope said Nov. 8 in his homily during Mass at the Domus Sanctae Marthae.
Unlike World Series, prelates’ bet has winners in both cities
When bishops in the World Series' home cities placed their wager on the winner of the Fall Classic, it turns out that while only one team could win, poor people in both cities also will win.
Chicago priests among Cubs fans still celebrating historic Series win
Both Fathers Michael Novick and John Clemens are lifelong fans of the Chicago Cubs, and with the rest of Chicago, they are celebrating the Cubs winning the World Series and breaking the famous and dreaded 108-year curse.