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On pilgrimage, Mary is the tour guide to deeper relationship with Jesus
Archbishop Nelson Pérez will lead hundreds of area faithful to the nation's capital Oct. 15 for a pilgrimage focusing on the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist.
Sister St. Joseph Brennion dies at 92
Sister St. Joseph Brennion, OSF, 92, died in Assisi House on Saturday, October 8, 2022.
Sister Anita Cattafesta dies at 91
Sister Anita Cattafesta, OSF (formerly Sister Rita), 91, died in Assisi House on Thursday, October 6, 2022.
Thailand day care massacre an act of ‘unspeakable violence,’ pope says
The Oct. 6 attack, one of the world's worst mass shootings, claimed the lives of 36 people -- including at least 24 children -- at a day care center in northeast Thailand.
Immigration advocates say DACA ruling should push Congress to act
After an Oct. 5 ruling by a federal appeals court found the program unlawful, clergy and supporters are calling for permanent legislation to protect young immigrants and create a path to U.S. citizenship.
Sister Margaret Mullin dies at 89
Margaret Mullin, SHCJ, a Sister of the Holy Child Jesus for 69 years, died peacefully on Sunday, October 2, 2022.
Sister Jeanne Adams dies at 94
Jeanne Adams, SHCJ, a Sister of the Holy Child Jesus for 75 years, died peacefully on Sunday, September 11, 2022.
Indian Catholics bring ‘beauty, uniqueness’ to the life of the church, says bishop
The "marriage between faith and culture" that marks the long tradition of Indian Catholicism enriches faithful everywhere, said Philadelphia Auxiliary Bishop John McIntyre at this year's Indian Catholic Heritage Day.
Tourist detained after toppling busts at Vatican Museums
A man, reported to be American, was detained by Vatican police Oct. 5 for the vandalism, which did not result in serious damage.
Head of Miami Catholic Charities helps coordinate statewide response to Ian
While providing aid to coastal southwest Florida, the agency and its sister organizations will also bring relief throughout the state, including to "pockets you are not hearing anything about," said director Peter Routsis-Arroyo.