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Mercy Sister says murdered Jesuits inspired a new way of being church
At Central American University in San Salvador where they were murdered, they were trying to put into effect a new path, not just for the university, a center of society where formation of conscience can take place, but also for the church.
Prayer called ‘spiritual weapon’ to fight many crises facing society
This year's theme for the 27th International Week of Prayer and Fasting at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception combined pro-life topics with mercy, forgiveness and healing.
Catholic leaders urge Texas governor to stop Rodney Reed’s execution
The basis of their objections is that Reed, who has spent nearly 22 years on death row, could be executed for a crime he possibly didn't commit, pointing to new evidence they say could exonerate the 51-year-old convicted in 1996 of raping and killing 19-year-old Stacey Stites.
National Council of Catholic Women prepares to celebrate centennial
Among reasons the organization was founded was to give Catholic women of the country "a common voice and an instrument for unified action in all matters affecting Catholic or national welfare," according to a history of the organization on its website.
Advocates detail ways to shield kids from online exploitation
Advocates in online security gathered Nov. 5 in Washington to assess how children and young people are being exploited sexually online, and to discuss ways of addressing the issue.
Parishes, schools honor veterans on holiday, and year round
Processions, prayers and social outreach are some of the many ways in which faithful Catholics in the archdiocese plan to recognize those who have served in the U.S. armed forces.
Gianna Center of Philadelphia celebrates anniversary with gala
Some 200 supporters gathered on Oct. 22 at the city's Union League to mark the first year of the women's pro-life health care practice at its Montco hospital location.
Christmas Concert
Selections performed by the St. Bede Adult Choir, the Teen Choir and Guitar Group, the St. Katharine Drexel School Choir, accompanied by an 18-piece concert orchestra.
Murder of Jesuits was marked with horror, but inspired defense of the poor
Thirty years after their murders, and well before then, what they left behind in their heroic deeds, their writings and speeches has inspired others to continue the slain Jesuits' work on behalf of the poor.
Christians are called to serve Christ in the poor, pope says
The pope spoke about the Gospel call to work for justice Nov. 7 when he met with about 200 people, Jesuits and their collaborators, celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Jesuits' Social Justice and Ecology Secretariat.