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Pope returns part of relic of Jesus’ crib to Holy Land
Pope Francis gave the relic fragment to the Franciscan Custody of the Holy Land, which oversees the main churches and shrines associated with the birth, ministry, death and resurrection of Jesus.
Young Adult Advent Evening of Prayer and Reflection
Young women 18-35 are invited to join the IHM Sisters for supper and social time, followed by an evening of Advent prayer and reflection.
Vulnerable women, kids benefit from #GivingTuesday
Mercy Hospice, which supports women in recovery and their children, will benefit from this year's annual donation campaign, with funds providing basic necessities and transformative life skills.
10 Catholics named to receive papal honors
Pope Francis has recognized 10 individuals, most with local ties to the Philadelphia Archdiocese, for their exceptional service to the church. They will be honored at a vespers service Dec. 9.
Duluth bishop dies after heart attack; he was ‘greatly loved’ by all
UPDATED - Bishop Paul D. Sirba of Duluth, Minnesota, died at Essentia Health-St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth Dec. 1. He was 59.
Pope asks Catholics to set up, be enchanted by a Nativity scene
A creche is a simple reminder of something astonishing: God became human to reveal the greatness of his love "by smiling and opening his arms to all," Pope Francis wrote.
Dispute ideas, pope tells theologians, but don’t confuse the faithful
"Theology must move forward," the pope told members of the International Theological Commission. "It must face things that are not clear and take risks in discussion. However, this is among theologians.
Pope advances sainthood causes of Canadian missionary, Polish martyr
The pope also formally recognized the martyrdom of 16 victims of the Spanish Civil War and advanced the causes of eight other men and women.
Bishops of Pa., N.J. spend Thanksgiving with pope
At a long meeting with Pope Francis Nov. 28 the bishops discussed issues including the sexual abuse crisis, the forthcoming McCarrick report and the diminishing number of Catholics on the East Coast.
St. Cyprian Christmas Bazaar
Shopping, Shopping, Shopping! Pictures with Santa, Face painting, Children's activity corner, Beautiful gift basket raffles along with 3 major raffle prizes, Food and fun.