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Pope sets Jan. 26 as special day to study, share the Bible
The newly established "Sunday of the Word of God" has officially been dedicated to sacred Scripture because "we urgently need to grow in our knowledge and love of the Scriptures," Pope Francis said.
New Year may bring new opportunities for women at Vatican
Pope Francis opened 2020 with a strong call to acknowledge the dignity of women, end violence against them and stop the exploitation of women's bodies. Observers look for expanded church roles for women this year.
Amid threat of war, world must not give up hope, pope tells diplomats
During a Jan. 9 meeting with ambassadors from various nations, Pope Francis stressed that "evil, suffering and death will not have the last word," and that "even the most complex questions" can be faced and resolved.
Iraqis hope attacks, tensions by U.S., Iran will ease
The main concern of Iraqis, regardless of religion, is that foreign troops stop using their shattered homeland as a battlefield to settle scores. Baghdad demonstrators urge Americans and Iranians to "let us live in peace."
USCCB president urges world leaders to seek dialogue, peace
Hours after Iran launched missiles at two Iraqi bases Jan. 8, Archbishop Jose Gomez prayed "that Jesus Christ might strengthen the peacemakers, comfort the suffering and protect the innocent."
Local faithful with loved ones in Puerto Rico call for prayers
While a series of earthquakes that began on Dec. 28 continue to rock the island, area Catholics are relying on faith to assist family and friends still struggling to rebuild after 2017's Hurricane Maria.
For Deaf Catholics, new videos teach richness of faith
Most in the Deaf Community in the U.S. are unchurched, but Ascension Press with Father Sean Loomis are changing that with inclusive, instructive materials that point to the face of God, not his voice.
WWJB – What Would Jesus Brew
A great fun night of craft beer. $20.00 reserves your spot for an evening with 5 craft beers to taste along with a brew master who shows us how beer is made and how to properly taste and pair your beer.
Centennial Celebration of John Cardinal O’Connor
Join the Sisters of Life as they celebrate the 100th Birthday of their founder, John Cardinal O'Connor. Cardinal O'Connor was originally from Philadelphia and he was a staunch defender of life from womb to tomb.
Health care minister, Franciscan Sister Joan Tobin dies
The former Sister Joseph Christi, 85, was a member of the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia for 52 years. She served in health care as a nurse, family counselor and chaplain.