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Online program studies Jesus and the women of the Gospels
For four weeks presenter Bernadette Rudolph of Cranaleith Spiritual Retreat Center will look at a different Gospel to reflect on its particular stories about women.
‘Feel the pain,’ Lebanese prelate tells government as poverty rises
Cardinal Bechara Rai called for Lebanon's leaders to hear the cries of suffering citizens as poverty overtakes the population, including the middle class.
Eucharist heals, gives strength to serve others, pope says
The Eucharist heals people of their wounds and sadness, and gives them the strength to share Christ's mercy with others, Pope Francis said on the feast of the Body and Blood of Christ.
Bring creativity to your spirituality through reflection on beauty
In this virtual retreat, prayerful experiences through narrative, imagery, movement, music and poetry will guide you in greater awareness of the heart and the invitation of the divine.
Women religious, inspired by racism protests, see long road ahead
Across the country, religious sisters have joined in peaceful protests against racial inequality. They say the church must own up to and help eradicate systemic racism in the U.S.
Catholics of all ages, races march on Atlanta for racial justice
A peaceful protest against racism in Atlanta brought together 400 clergy, religious and lay Catholics on June 11, three days before a black man there was killed by police.
Website pilfering copyrighted Catholic news in four states
A network of purportedly Catholic sites takes content from diocesan media and, an expert suspects, harvests user emails to push political messages before this year's elections.
Moms from 3 parishes meet virtually to study Bible, learn of Mary
Every week about two dozen women in a wide age range meet online to discuss a video series, study Scripture and strengthen their connections in the Catholic faith.
Tea and Tour: Virtual program celebrates 19th Amendment
Celebrate the 100th anniversary of women's right to vote through a virtual tour of the historic Cranaleith home and discussion of women;s achievements in an at-home “equalitea.”
White House to issue more stringent asylum rules
Faith groups and other immigrant supporters are bracing for changes that may further limit claims and "make it nearly impossible" for people to gain asylum in the U.S.