Vatican says it was ‘Saddened’ by Olympics’ Opening Ceremony
More than a week after the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympic Games, the Vatican joined people who complained that a segment of the show featuring drag performers offended Christians.
Diocesan Holy Doors will not be Feature of Jubilee 2025, Vatican Says
While bishops around the world are asked to designate their cathedrals or other significant churches as special places of pilgrimage and prayer for the Holy Year 2025, the Vatican is not asking them to dedicate and open a "Holy Door" at those churches.
Lessons Learned: Studying Past Prepares People for the Present, Archivist Says
Regardless of what people might imagine, archivists are the happiest people on earth, said the prefect of the Vatican Apostolic Archives, Bishop Sergio Pagano.
For 60 years, IHM Sister ‘Doing God’s Work’ Through Catholic Education
Sister Edward Quinn has committed her religious life to the mission of the Church through service in Catholic education in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia for six decades.
Catholics Put ‘Laudato Si’ into Action by Lobbying for Environmental Justice
Barbara Sheehan, a member Our Mother of Consolation Parish's Laudato Si’ Circle, reflects on a recent day of lobbying in Harrisburg working for environmental justice.
Archbishop Pérez’s Remarks: Villanova University Commencement
See the full text of Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez’s address from the May 17 Villanova University Commencement ceremony.
After Career of 52 Years Burying the Dead, Serving the Church, Bob Whomsley Retires
In 1972 he began mowing the lawns of a Catholic cemetery in Delaware County. As he heads into retirement 52 years later, he reflects on a career leading the Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s Catholic cemeteries, and other dreams achieved.
Archbishop Sends Passover Greetings
In his letter to the Jewish community, the archbishop said in a time of turmoil and violence throughout the world, Passover and its promise are more timely than ever.
American Catholic Historical Society to Hold Lecture on “Great American Prophets,” Book By Dr. Daniel Cosacchi
Join the American Catholic Historical Society on Tuesday, April 16 at 7:00 p.m. at the Society House for a lecture about the book “Great American Prophets” written by Dr. Daniel Cosacchi.
“The Joy of the Gospel…Thank you Sister Mary Roger!”
Father Stephen Thorne reflects on his friend, Sister Mary Thibodeaux, SBS, who passed away the morning of March 11.