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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.”
Cuba-U.S. reset long promoted by church leaders in both countries
A part of the diplomatic coup pulled off by the White House and Cuban leaders Dec. 17 was that hardly anyone knew they had been working toward a reset in relations between the two longtime antagonists.
Pope wishes Rome well 2024 Olympic bid, but says he won’t see it
Amid the chatter about the Vatican possibly hosting some events for the 2024 Olympics, Pope Francis wished Rome well but said with a smile, "I won't be here."
‘Questionable’ financial activities leave Franciscans heavily in debt
The superior of the Order of Friars Minor told all members of the order that its general curia "finds itself in grave, and I underscore 'grave,' financial difficulty, with a significant burden of debt."
Christmas decorations inspire everyone, even nonbelievers, to love
The Nativity scene and Christmas tree "are an invitation to unity, harmony and peace; an invitation to make room -- in our personal and social life -- for God," Pope Francis said today, meeting the people who donated the centerpieces of the Vatican Christmas decorations.
Heisman Trophy winner: Everything he does is for God’s glory
Marcus Mariota, the University of Oregon's dual-threat quarterback and this year's winner of college football's highest award, is non-Catholic but a Catholic high school grad. Faith plays a major role in his life.
St. Helena’s PREP students put on ‘Christmas Tableau’
The seventh and eighth grade students, with the help of first graders and teachers, presented a solemn way to prepare for the coming of Christmas.
Villa Maria Academy performs Christmas concert
The string ensemble, handbell choir and choruses sang and played music of the season, and Villa Maria alumnae continued a tradition of joining the students on stage to sing the finale.
Warrington students perform show Dec. 22
In the spirit of the Christmas season, all the students at St. Joseph/St. Robert School in Warrington will be performing a lively show titled “The Legend of the Christmas King” on Monday, Dec. 22 at 7 p.m. at St. Robert Bellarmine Church.
Speedy Morris closing in on career milestone
The storied career of the St. Joseph's Prep basketball coach will pass another milestone with a win on Saturday, Dec. 20 as the Prep faces Cristo Rey. A win would be Morris' 950th career victory.