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They used to donate, now Lebanon’s ‘new poor’ seeking aid
In the throes of a collapsing economy exacerbated by the coronavirus pandemic and devastation from the Beirut port blast last August, Lebanon is sinking further into a dire situation.
Work of tackling racism is difficult but must be done, says Bishop Fabre
The head of the U.S. bishops' Committee Against Racism shared with an audience in Louisville six ways to combat racism, and said it is "our task as disciples of Jesus Christ."
A look at some of the provisions in the American Rescue Plan
Among the many aspects in key areas of the $1.9 trillion COVID pandemic relief package signed into law by President Joe Biden March 11, seven stand out.
Jesuits pledge $100 million to benefit descendants of enslaved people
The fund addresses the "shameful history of Jesuit slaveholding" in the U.S. and is intended to make reparations and help the nation move toward racial healing.
St. Catherine Parish’s pantry helps neighbors in Montco, Phila.
The Horsham parish's St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry feeds and supports some 100 families each week in Montgomery County, and aids parishes and Catholic ministries in the city.
One faith, two calendars: Date of Easter still on ecumenical agenda
The leaders of Christian churches worldwide are working to set one date for Easter, 1,700 years after the attempt to do so by the Council of Nicaea in 325.
St. Pius X Parish begins year of St. Joseph with triduum
More than 140 parishioners of the Broomall parish, plus more joining online, welcomed Father Eric Banecker for three days of prayer and talks March 8-10. Watch a video of the final night.
Kelly Street Chorus raises voices in harmony, heritage
Founded by Dublin-born composer Victor Herbert, the historic ensemble -- which features members from several archdiocesan parishes -- brings a touch of the Irish to a world that needs it.
Religious sister helps troubled teens see ‘they are God’s children’
For some 30 years, Sister of St. Joseph Jean Santarone has counseled youth at a Catholic Social Services residence, opening their minds and hearts to "dreams that can come true."
Church likely to undergo a transformation in the post-pandemic era
Fewer people attending church will require a radical restructuring of parish life, said a Villanova University researcher. Leaders suggest the pandemic has invited more lay-led evangelization.