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Education leader Norman Francis to receive Notre Dame’s Laetare Medal
Norman C. Francis, who served as president of Xavier University of Louisiana for 47 years and has been a prominent voice in the civil rights movement, will receive the University of Notre Dame's 2019 Laetare Medal.
Mass honors those with disabilities and their loved ones
Continuing a tradition tracing back more than two decades, the lively annual Mass celebrated March 30 at the Cathedral drew hundreds of adults and children with physical or mental disabilities.
‘Spiritual combat’ must be part of fight against sex abuse, pope says
Speaking to reporters March 31 on his way back to Rome from Morocco, the pope said stopping abuse requires a multi-pronged approach, including prayer and penance.
‘Flourish’ women’s retreat features Sarah Christmyer
Break away from the demands of life and plant yourself more deeply in the source of joy! This retreat in June creates space for a fresh encounter with God.
Paddleboard adventure maintains prayer-work balance
A morning on the lake at Marsh Creek State Park paddle boarding, led by Heather Makowicz this summer, aims to help participants find the balance between prayer and a busy life.
Spread mercy, build fraternity, pope urges Morocco’s Christian minority
Celebrating Mass with members of Morocco's tiny Catholic community, Pope Francis praised them for the many ways they "bear witness to the Gospel of mercy in this land."
Penn Newman Center Hosts Famed Atheist Convert
Join us for a special Newman Night with renowned speaker, author, and atheist-turned-Catholic Leah Libresco in this interactive workshop in collaboration with Collegium
Mission success isn’t measured by numbers, pope says in Morocco
The Christian mission is not about numbers of converts, but about changing people and the world by being witnesses of God's mercy and love, Pope Francis told missionaries in Morocco.
Pope visits Muslim training center, migrants in Morocco
A religious faith respectful of others and care for migrants were key themes in Pope Francis' speech at his arrival ceremony in Rabat March 30.
Pope, Moroccan king urge special care of Jerusalem
In a joint declaration signed March 30 at the royal palace in Rabat, the pope and king said they were "deeply concerned" for the city's "spiritual significance and its special vocation as a city of peace."