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Agency works to end hunger, one jar at a time
Throughout October, archdiocesan Nutritional Development Services will collect 50,000 pounds of peanut butter and jelly to stock food cupboards throughout the five-county area. The lunchtime favorite plays a key role in preventing malnutrition.
Forgiveness for brother’s killer was act of Christian love, Dallas bishop says
Brandt Jean forgave former Dallas police officer Amber Guyger in court, and gave her a hug, after a jury convicted her of fatally shooting Jean's brother, Botham. The act deeply impressed Bishop Edward Burns, who prayed "we can all follow the example of this outstanding young man."
St. Genevieve Parish Lecture Series- “Ashley Garecht-Harassed But Not Silenced”
Ashley Garecht, who was harassed by State Rep. Brian Sims while praying at a Planned Parenthood facility in Center City, will speak on why & how she began praying for life outside Planned Parenthood facilities, her harassment by Rep. Sims & the fallout resulting from that harassment.
Synod document is to aid discussion, not be church teaching, cardinal says
Brazilian Cardinal Claudio Hummes said the working document for the Synod of Bishops for the Amazon is not official church teaching, but rather a way for bishops to listen to the local church's concerns.
Peru’s church leaders call for end to corruption amid political crisis
Peruvian church leaders called for dialogue and an end to corruption amid a political crisis that erupted Sept. 30, when President Martin Vizcarra dissolved Congress and the legislature then voted to remove him from office.
Vatican publishes initial schedule for papal trip to Thailand, Japan
Peace, interreligious dialogue and respectful missionary outreach will be the top themes when Pope Francis visits Thailand and Japan in late November.
U.S. judge temporarily stops Georgia’s ‘heartbeat’ law from taking effect
Known as the "heartbeat bill," it was signed into law May 7 by Georgia Republican Gov. Brian Kemp and was to have taken effect Jan. 1. The ruling by Judge Steve C. Jones will put it on hold while a lawsuit against it is argued in court.
U.S. officials seek closer ties with Vatican on religious freedom
Promoting religious freedom, providing humanitarian aid and fighting human trafficking are three issues for which the Vatican and the Trump administration want to coordinate efforts.
Ranch aims to help teens, veterans work through mental health struggles
Warrior's Ranch in Kansas was founded to provide outdoor experiences for veterans and teenagers who struggle with suicidal thoughts or have attempted suicide, which is the second leading cause of death for youth ages 10-24.
Neumann Goretti High School Open House
Join us on October 16, 2019, to tour our school, meet our faculty and students, and experience life as a Saint!