VATICAN CITY (CNS) — People who feel restless or lacking inner peace will discover it when they visit those who are experiencing great difficulty, suffering, illness or persecution, Pope Francis said. Jesus’ wounds are a source of peace “because they are the sign of Jesus’ enormous love” as he conquered evil, sin and death with
TAPACHULA, Mexico (CNS) — Pope Francis has donated $500,000 to assist migrants attempting to travel through Mexico, but who are increasingly being impeded by Mexican officials from reaching the U.S. border. Those migrants who travel the length of Mexico are also being impeded in their attempts to apply for asylum in the United States and
INDIANAPOLIS (CNS) — Numerous organizations, both private and public, seek to help those who struggle with substance abuse through programming and support services, but Father Bryan Eyman has committed to a different approach: prayer. Confident in the power of Jesus to satisfy every thirst, Father Eyman has been offering prayers for people struggling with alcoholism
INTRODUCTION DEATH IN THE CHRISTIAN CONTEXT 1.Catholic belief in death as the entrance into eternity, hope in the resurrection, recognition of the value of prayer for the deceased, reverence for the body which remains and the sense of mystery and sacredness which surround the end of earthly life are all reflected in the Church’s care
This weekend, Bishop Ryan Jimenez and the Commission on Worship is publishing the new “Liturgical Guidelines for the Celebration of Christian Funerals in the Diocese of Chalan Kanoa”, with its implementation effective immediately. The document is a fruit of more than three years of discussion and consultation among the clergy, members of the Commission on
The Month of May has been proclaimed “Older Americans Month” here in the CNMI. Our Manamko’ are a sign of God’s presence during all seasons of our lives and we look to them for an example on how to grow and mature in faith. At the proclamation signing, Governor Torres encouraged older Americans to be
Different stories underline some of the conflicts and policy differences within the Church. Stories of some saints often stress strong devotional elements and contemplative prayer. Eucharistic Adoration is seen as the height of Catholic spirituality and obeying church law is one of the criteria for being a good Catholic. On the other hand, stories of
FINE’NA NA TINAITAI Acts 5, 27-32. 40-41 Un tinaitai ginin i Bidan i Manapostulis Anai manmakonni’ hålum ya mana’fanohgi gi me’nan i Sanhedrin, ma tutuhun manmakuestiona i manapostulis ni Mås Må’gas Påli’ taiguini: “In gef ingkátga hamyu na cha’-miyu fanmama’nåna’gui put ennåo na nå’an, låo en na’bula interu iya Hirusalen ni fina’nå’guin-miyu ya hamyu
For over 65 years, Mount Carmel School has prided itself with a college-preparatory curriculum that has helped graduates earn admission into some of the world’s top universities. This past week, the school highlighted that legacy as Student Council hosted the school’s 4th annual College Week. The week promoted a college-bound culture among the student body
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — As individuals and as a church, it can be tempting to dwell on mistakes, failures and sins that block the fullness of life, but Easter is the proclamation that the Lord is victorious and his love will triumph, Pope Francis said. “Easter is the feast of tombstones taken away, rocks rolled
