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Virtual talk on Passover’s link to crucifixion hosted March 29
Roy Schoeman, a Catholic convert from Judaism, will explain how God's perfect plan for salvation depended on both Judaism and the Catholic Church, resulting on their convergence on Good Friday.
Passover invites Christians to recognize their Jewish roots
The annual holiday, which commemorates the Israelites' divine liberation from slavery, is an opportunity for "learning in dialogue" between the Jewish and Christian faiths, say local scholars.
Drama, class make a fitting end to Hallahan, McDevitt basketball
In the last game between the schools, both of which will close this June, a three-pointer at the buzzer gave Hallahan a 52-49 victory, which was shared with dignity by both teams.
Cathedral sets schedule of Holy Week liturgies
Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez will celebrate and preach at all the liturgies of the week, beginning with Palm Sunday March 28, both in person and livestreaming at Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul.
Vienna cardinal ‘not happy’ with Vatican same-sex statement
Austria's Cardinal Christoph Schönborn has said he cannot deny same-sex couples a blessing if they request one. Other Austrian and German bishops shared his concerns over such blessings.
Pope names Salesian sister for key Vatican post
Sister Alessandra Smerilli, 46, an economist, is the new undersecretary for faith and development at the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development.
Concerns over Christian persecution growing, poll finds
While 57% of U.S. Catholics believed persecution is "very severe" and is worst in China, North Korea and Pakistan, fewer knew that being a Christian in North Korea can carry the death penalty.
Catholic colleges caring for students’ pandemic-stressed mental health
Students describe "dark times" of isolation and depression, so schools offered mental health days featuring fun activities and asked teachers not to give assignments due the next day.
Equality Act ‘overly broad,’ threatens religious liberty, speakers say
Experts in law, religious freedom and pro-life concerns said the bill on sexual orientation and gender identity is too vague and would discriminate against people of faith.
Pope names Chilean abuse survivor to Protection of Minors post
Juan Carlos Cruz, a survivor of sexual abuse by a notorious Chilean priest, has been named a member of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors.