Gomez: Our Lady of Guadalupe a key guide, protector for our times
It is in the appearance of Our Lady of Guadalupe in 1531 to a poor Indian convert that we can see God's plan and care for America today, Los Angeles Archbishop Jose H. Gomez said in a July 27 address that tackled the "de-Christianization" of U.S. culture.
Man’s ‘Ministry of the Walking Stick’ shares insight into God’s love
An old stick in the woods might not conjure much emotion for someone on a woodland hike, but for Les Johnson a stick is the start of a prayerful journey.
Not being afraid of controversy is part of Civilta Cattolica’s mission
When an influential Jesuit-run journal criticized U.S. politics in mid-July, it was not the first time it had caused controversy in the United States.
Author says rosary ‘can help us achieve peace in the world’
Why do Catholics pray the rosary? The history of the rosary traces to the 13th century. It is believed that Mary gave St. Dominic the rosary to rescue the church from the Albigensian heresy.
Graduations set for 17 archdiocesan Catholic high schools
The archdiocesan schools are in the midst of celebrating baccalaureate Masses and commencement exercises for the class of 2017 -- see our full list. Congratulations all graduates!
Bishop DeSimone recalls his role in major WWII battle for Italy
73 years ago, the young Sergeant Louis DeSimone was with the U.S. Army group that liberated Rome on June 5 after a campaign of heavy fighting. Now 95, the retired auxiliary bishop tells about his service and its link to his vocation.
Clergy assignments in archdiocese announced
Archbishop Charles Chaput announced the first parish assignments for two newly ordained priests plus changes of assignment for 73 priests including parish 19 pastors.
Catholic young women launch self-led initiatives across U.S.
About 300 women from every state gathered for a week of faith formation, leadership training and networking in Washington where they readied their "action plans" to promote the "feminine genius" in the world.
St. John Paul II Shrine with link to Fatima dedicated at New York church
On the 100th anniversary of the first Marian apparition at Fatima, a shrine was dedicated in New York May 13 to the memory of St. John Paul II, who credited Mary with saving his life after an assassination attempt in Rome on the feast of Our Lady of Fatima in 1981.
A brief history of Our Lady of Fatima
The apparitions of Mary at Fatima, witnessed by three shepherd children, began on May 13, 1917 and then again on the 13th day of five subsequent months. They were declared "worthy of belief" in 1930.