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Development for all is a moral duty, pope tells leaders at Davos
In a Jan. 21 message to participants in the World Economic Forum, Pope Francis said that the human person, "rather than the mere pursuit of power or profit," must be "at the very center of public policy."
Bishop Strickland says he asked pope about McCarrick report
During a Jan. 20 audience with Pope Francis, the Texas prelate followed up on the Vatican investigation into the former cardinal and how he managed to rise through the church ranks, despite longstanding allegations of abuse.
Supreme Court to reexamine contraceptive mandate for religious employers
The U.S. bishops have urged the justices to clarify the court's interpretation of the Religious Freedom Restoration Act, and to avoid reducing " one of America’s leading civil rights laws to virtual impotence."
Dr. King lived out baptismal call, says Black Catholic leader
Capuchin Father Richard Owens, director of the archdiocesan Office for Black Catholics, said that the slain civil rights activist "testified to what it really means to be a disciple of Christ.”
After 34 years, still much to learn from Dr. King to heal racial divide
At a Jan. 20 interfaith gathering hosted by the archdiocese, participants stressed that the nation still has a long way to go in ending discrimination and inequality.
Sister Marian Frantz, teacher and leader, dies at 84
In her 66 years of service with the Sisters Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, Sister Marian was a longtime teacher and represented women religious in two dioceses.
Regina Luminis offers parents guide to classical education
The Catholic classical school will host a Classical Night on Wednesday, Jan. 22 at the Berwyn campus featuring presentations by six faculty members in their area of study.
Young Adult Holy Hour/ Happy Hour
Join us for a Eucharistic Holy Hour at the Shrine of the Miraculous Medal where you will be able to praise our Lord through praise and worship and in silence.
Family Easter Egg Hunt at the Shrine
Join us as families from near and far come together to celebrate a special mass at the Shrine followed by a Family Easter Egg Hunt. There will also be games, contests, and crafts for the whole family to enjoy!
Time to Wine, Dine, and Shine: Lenten Young Adult Leadership Retreat
Join us for a half-day retreat where you’ll be able to do those things and enjoy good conversation, food, drinks, and talks focused on you and your ministry as a young adult leader. You’ll learn how to identify your spiritual gifts and use them to glorify our Lord through your work and your daily life. Enjoy this day of renewal to help you on your spiritual and ministerial journey.