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Angelini breathes life of prayer and music into Cathedral liturgies
One of the special joys of liturgies at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul in recent years has been the beautiful soprano voice of cantor Charlene Angelini. Her training and faith equip her well for her new role as musical director.
Pope tells new bishops to build unity; division is work of the devil
The new bishops were participating in a seminar, often referred to as "new bishops' school," sponsored by the Congregation for the Evangelization of Peoples.
Ladies, need a break? This Catholic conference could be it
Women seeking a day of rest and spiritual renewal should register soon for the Catholic Women’s Conference on Saturday, Oct. 29 at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa in Doylestown.
AbbeyFest offers strong lineup of music, faith and fun for thousands
A rock concert that also includes confessions, eucharistic adoration and Mass is ready at Abbey Faith and Music Festival, a day-long event for all ages at Daylesford Abbey in Paoli on Saturday, Sept. 24.
Exploring the final frontier, Star Trek offered peace, paper says
Honoring Star Trek's 50th anniversary, the Vatican newspaper said the overwhelmingly popular series gave the world a model of peace, tolerance and cooperation at a time of global tensions.
Chinese authorities arrest Wenzhou coadjutor after death of bishop
The local faithful said it was to prevent him from taking possession of the diocese after the death of Bishop Vincent Zhu Weifang.
The battle over gun regulation returns to the election season
"There really is no reason why we need these combat weapons on our streets," said Archbishop Blase J. Cupich of Chicago, speaking in a June interview with Chicago TV station WGN about violence and the availability of certain weapons.
Latin American coalition: Mining causing damage, not delivering benefits
Large-scale mining and extractive operations are failing to deliver economic benefits while causing environmental damage and human suffering throughout Latin America, said a coalition of church organizations and environmental groups.
Benedictines keep spiritual oases alive in hectic world, pope says
The world's Benedictines offer precious gifts by providing quality education, quiet refuge in a hectic world and loving hospitality to anyone in need, Pope Francis said.
Peace in the heart leads to peace in the world, pope says
Peace cannot be achieved by huge protests or international conferences unless it begins in people's hearts, Pope Francis said.