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Acts of Apostles tells of people, events in Christianity’s early history
A 12-part NBC-TV series titled "A.D. The Bible Continues," currently airing Sunday evenings, draws upon Acts' fascinating chapters. The Bible indeed continues after Christ's ascension. The Gospel spreads. The Christian community grows amazingly.
Jesus’ apostles and disciples, men and women among the figures in Acts
The Acts of the Apostles introduces readers to many people of ancient Christian times. There are Jesus' apostles and disciples, men and women, catechists, members of the Jewish community and others.
Holy Spirit’s role, growth of community, preaching among Acts themes
Here is a look at some of the themes and events described in the Acts of the Apostles.
Masters champion, product of Dallas Jesuit prep school, remains humble
That's no surprise to those who know the new Masters champion, who set course records at Augusta, Georgia, from April 9-12 on his way to the coveted prize and the iconic green blazer. They say he has kept family first, especially his younger sister, Ellie, who is autistic.
War of the sexes: Gender theory is the problem, not solution, pope says
The right way to solve the problems and conflicts in male-female relations is to have men and women "talk to each other more, listen to each other more, know each other better, care more for each other," he said.
Claim your heritage, work for peace, women tell one another at meeting
Throughout history and around the globe, Christian, Muslim and Jewish women have been inspired by their faith to boldly and creatively engage in conflict resolution, peacemaking and reconciliation, said speakers at a conference in Rome.
Christians in Yemen keep low profile but continue to pray, bishop says
Bishop Hinder, the apostolic vicar of southern Arabia, said that it is not specifically Christians who are at risk in the conflict, but foreigners who have been told to leave the country.
Cardinal issues ‘beatitudes’ and priorities for novice directors
A new set of "beatitudes" and priorities for novice directors recognizes the personal, professional and spiritual challenges involved in formation and seeks to offer encouragement in a general climate of decreased vocations to religious life.
Today’s teaching on the family
See the daily excerpt from the preparatory catechesis for the 2015 World Meeting of Families, “Love is Our Mission: The Family Fully Alive.”
Franciscan sister, a native of Ireland, dies at 81
Sister Elena Goulding, O.S.F., taught and served in prison ministry. In her later years she returned to minister in her native County Kerry.