News
Pope: Jesus’ compassion is a call to service, not a vague sentiment
Commenting on the miracle of the loaves and fishes, Pope Francis noted that Jesus is not only concerned with feeding the hungry crowd, but he also invites his disciples to take part in feeding them.
Congolese bishops optimistic about offer to mediate peace talks
Msgr. Leonard Santedi Kinkupu, secretary-general of the conference, said the bishops were "encouraged by the confidence shown in us by the main political actors and their readiness to cooperate."
Shrine Mass honors St. Maximilian Kolbe on 75th anniversary of martyrdom
It was 75 years to the day in 1941 when the man -- known as prisoner 16670 at the infamous Auschwitz death camp in Nazi-occupied Poland -- received a lethal injection after he spent two weeks without food while comforting and encouraging his nine fellow prisoners before they died.
Story of St. Therese, apt for today, to be staged in St. Peter Church
The parish in West Brandywine, Chester County will host the one-woman play with original music that brings to life the "Story of a Soul" and St. Therese's message that anyone can become a saint.
Pope: Mercy, pastoral care should guide research on life, family
Appointing Archbishop Vincenzo Paglia as the new chancellor for the Pontifical John Paul II Institute for Studies on Marriage and Family and new president of the Pontifical Academy for Life, Pope Francis said he wanted to make sure the two bodies help the church offer better care to people who are hurting.
Msgr. Nace, former finance officer for archdiocese, dies at age 88
While he served laudably as a financial administrator, Msgr. Arthur Nace's real passion was for direct ministry. "He would go anywhere at any time of day or night to comfort and minister to the sick,” said a friend.
Bishops designate Wisconsin site of Marian apparitions as national shrine
Nearly 160 years ago, on Oct. 9, 1859, Mary appeared to a young Belgian immigrant living in Kewaunee County. Today, it is the only approved Marian apparition site in the United States.
Black women faced racism in pursuing religious vocations, says historian
Although they had to face tests of "passing for white" to join a religious congregation and accept subservient roles in those orders, or form their own, religious black women were highly regarded by black Catholics.
Pope names Dallas bishop head of new office for laity, family, life
After establishing the new Vatican office, Pope Francis named Dallas Bishop Kevin Farrell to lead it. He will join his brother, Bishop Brian Farrell, as the only two brother bishops ever to serve in the Vatican at the same time.
South Phila. seniors see start of new affordable housing
Officials broke ground and blessed St. John Neumann Place II, the latest archdiocesan facility to be redeveloped at a former Catholic school. Fifty-two subsidized apartments will join the existing 72 units on the campus.