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Pope at Christmas: Come to the manger with love, charity, simplicity
Jesus' birth in a stable, God's coming to earth in extreme simplicity, teaches Christians that love is more valuable than anything else and is what will change the world, Pope Francis said.
Being holy is what brings joy, pope tells Vatican employees
One sign of holiness is being able to "be astonished, to feel wonder before God's gifts, his 'surprises.' And the greatest gift, the ever-new surprise is Jesus," he told Vatican employees and their family members.
Santa saddles up to help at-risk youth at Christmas
A local motorcycle group braved wet roads to deliver toys to the St. Francis-St. Joseph and St. Vincent Homes, which serve more than 100 dependent and delinquent teens.
Pennsylvania priest sent to prison after guilty plea in abuse case
Father John T. Sweeney, 76, received a sentence of 11 months to five years in state prison and must register as a sex offender for 10 years, a judge in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, said Dec. 21.
Kids served by Catholic agencies thrill to fun-filled party
The 63rd annual Archbishop's Christmas Gala for Children not only was a lot of fun for the 550 kids attending, but was also “a beautiful witness to the church at its best, caring for children."
Christmas brunch helps hundreds at holidays
A volunteer's dream of assisting families in need has grown into an annual tradition with year-round impact, thanks to a partnership with archdiocesan Catholic Social Services.
Top officials of Vatican press office resign
After just over two years in their roles, Greg Burke and Paloma Garcia Ovejero have stepped down, saying that "it's best the Holy Father is completely free to assemble a new team."
Little Flower students, staff put ‘faith in action’ at Christmas
Now in its 40th year, "Operation Santa Claus" collects clothing, shoes and toys for families in area parishes, bringing help and hope to those in need.
Christians working with Syrians: U.S. withdrawal puts minorities at risk
A growing chorus of Christian voices is calling on President Donald Trump to reverse his decision to pull some 2,000 American troops from Syria. The move could force Christians to flee their homes again.
Bishops hope renewed spirit of holiness emerges from January retreat
The U.S. bishops will start 2019 with a spiritual retreat Jan. 2-8 at Mundelein to pray and reflect on the important matters facing the Catholic Church such as the abuse crisis.