VATICAN CITY (CNS) — The season of Lent is a time for Christians to reflect on and practice the mercy of God toward others and not waste away sitting in judgment of others, Pope Francis said. Jesus’ command to “be merciful, just as your father is merciful” is a reminder for Christians that God always
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Francis called on Christians to unite in prayer for the victims of two mosque attacks in Christchurch, New Zealand, that left 50 people dead and dozens wounded in one of the worst mass shootings in the country’s history. “I am close to our Muslim brothers and sisters and their entire
Tears flowed during a Mass for peace at St. Mary’s Pro-Cathedral in Christchurch, New Zealand, March 16, one day after terrorist attacked two mosques, leaving at least 50 people dead and dozens more injured. “When a family member dies, we feel deep grief and loss,” said Christchurch Bishop Paul Martin. “Such grief is raw and
WEST CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa. (CNS) — A Dartmouth College cosmologist and theoretical physicist, who considers himself a religious agnostic even though he has devoted his career to examining link between science, philosophy and spirituality in exploring the mystery of creation, is the 2019 Templeton Prize winner. Marcelo Gleiser, 60, often describes science as an “engagement with
SALT LAKE CITY (CNS) — The March 3 meeting at the Vatican between Pope Francis and Russell M. Nelson, president of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, drew great interest from members of both faiths and was covered extensively in the media in Utah. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, widely
This week, let us take a look at the Lenten practice of almsgiving and what it means to give as Christ gives. It can be summed up very simply: Give Everything You Have. Yikes. Let’s take a look at what that means. The standard of generosity, for those who seek Christ, is set high because
Gospel Reflection on the Solemnity of St. Joseph, husband of the Blessed Virgin Mary by Rev. Fr. Allan Rubett A. Cabatian, OAR, San Roque Parish March 19, 2019MT 1:16, 18-21, 24A
Gospel Reflection on the Second Sunday of Lent by Rev. Fr. Harold Funa, Kristo Rai Parish LK 9:28-36 Transfiguration In today’s gospel, it’s about the transfiguration of Jesus in the mountain. The word ‘transfiguration’ means a change in form or appearance. Transfiguration event depicts a glimpse of Christ’s glory and a preview of his resurrection.
By Julie Anne Loong, For the North Star Having ran from Micro Beach to Pacific Islands Club and back, Bishop Ryan Jimenez, along with three diocesan staff members, completed a whopping 21.8 kilometer (13.1 miles) run within 3 hours– an accomplishment that may be difficult for others to achieve. Last Saturday, March 9, 2019, they
COMFORT THE SORROWFUL Be a listening ear for someone who is grieving or going through a hard time Provide some love-in-action: if applicable, refer them to Karidat for practical support, counseling, etc. COUNSEL THE DOUBTFUL Jesus is the Way, the Truth and the Life and we can rely on Him to keep His promises. Feed
