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In Philippines, spirituality includes warfare against forces of darkness
In the months leading up to Pope Francis' visit to the Philippines Jan. 15-19, church leaders emphasized "spiritual preparation," such as a special prayer for the pope at the end of each Mass and a reminder to carry out small acts of kindness toward the less fortunate.
Indiana poet seeks healing from clergy sexual abuse through his works
Norbert Krapf, 71, still loves the wooded hills of his southern Indiana boyhood home near Jasper and the Catholic faith that formed his beliefs from infancy. Such feelings are remarkable not for their longevity, but that they exist despite Krapf being the victim of clergy sexual abuse six decades ago at his small hometown parish tucked away in the Jasper hills.
Clergy assignment changes announced
Archbishop Charles Chaput announced six appointments for archdiocesan priests Jan. 8, effective as noted.
St. John Neumann Mass shows the love for Philadelphia’s saint
With the fervor of the World Meeting of Families and a visit by Mayor Nutter, the Mass celebrated Monday by Bishop John McIntyre showed the strong outpouring of love and devotion for Philadelphia's saintly Bishop Neumann.
Retreat explores spirituality of beauty
A weekend retreat titled “Beauty: A Path to God” will be offered Jan. 23-25 at the Mother Boniface Spirituality Center in Northeast Philadelphia. It will focus on introducing components of prayer, joy and spirituality into one’s life.
Catholic young adult group ready for year’s first meeting
Metanoia, a group for Catholic young adults in the 20s and 30s in Montgomery County, hosts a Bible study session Jan. 13 at Corpus Christi Parish in Upper Gwynedd.
Simple evening retreat coming to Bryn Mawr
The I.H.M. Conference Center hosts a two-hour evening retreat Jan. 14 that includes a simple supper, quiet time and a reflection titled “Act justly, love tenderly and walk humbly with your God.”
Pope Francis in Asia to promote reconciliation, recovery
Interreligious reconciliation and recovery from natural disaster will be major themes of Pope Francis' Jan. 13-18 visit to Sri Lanka and the Philippines, according to the Vatican spokesman.
Vatican sending $3.5 million to help church response to Ebola
The Vatican is helping Catholic dioceses and agencies step up the fight against Ebola and is urging other donors to help.
Bishop Hying installed as fourth bishop of Diocese of Gary, Indiana
Before a packed Holy Angels Cathedral and a television and online audience, Bishop Donald J. Hying was installed as the Diocese of Gary's fourth bishop.