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Promote ‘culture of resurrection,’ pope tells Christian Brothers
Like their founder, St. John Baptist de La Salle, the Christian Brothers' must continue their educational mission and restore life to areas where poverty and suffering have taken away the hope of a future, Pope Francis said.
Pope’s Romania visit could heal Catholic-Orthodox relations, expert says
When Pope Francis makes his 30th international trip, visiting Romania in late May, he is likely to receive a more reserved welcome than St. John Paul II did 20 years ago, said an expert in ecumenism.
Police conduct search at Dallas diocesan sites for files on alleged abusers
Dallas police, probing sexual abuse allegations into six current or former priests, raided diocesan offices, a records-storage site and a parish where one priest under investigation last resided.
Prom dress exchange makes memories for less
The April 27 event, sponsored by Catholic Social Services, helped dozens of teens to find the perfect outfit at the perfect price. St. Hubert's students and area groups collected some 350 gowns.
Pro-life leaders applaud passage of bill to ban most abortions in Alabama
UPDATED - The state Senate passed the measure late May 14 in a 25-6 vote. It includes exceptions for when the life or health of the mother is seriously threatened and when the child has a fatal disease. It bans abortion in all other circumstances, including rape and incest.
Two attacks in two days leave 10 Catholics dead in Burkina Faso
Catholic leaders in Burkina Faso appealed for unity and solidarity after two attacks on Catholics in two days left nine laypeople and a priest dead.
Young Adult Pentecost Vigil
The Catholic Center for Young Adults invites all young adults to attend this gathering as a very deliberate act of worship to invoke the Holy Spirit and be open to his action for the sake of personal sanctification and renewal.
East Meets West in Awareness: Spiritual Wisdom of Anthony DeMello, SJ
This retreat will be a day of waking up, drawing from both Eastern and Western insights. We will practice DeMello’s spiritual exercises – which he calls “Christian exercises in Eastern form” – and experience how this style of prayer expands our awareness and enlivens our spirit.
The Wisdom of the Body
Finding peace and deep comfort in today’s world. Tap into the bodies wisdom; learn to trust it as your private and sacred sanctuary.
Pact allows Hallahan students to earn college degree in high school
A new innovative partnership between the all-girls archdiocesan school and Community College of Philadelphia can lead to an associate's degree in health or business by graduation.