VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Lift up your eyes from your smartphones and see your brothers and sisters, those who share your journey of faith and those who are longing for the Word of life, Pope Francis told consecrated men and women. “Today’s frantic pace leads us to close many doors to encounter, often for fear
ROME (CNS) — The president of the German bishops’ conference urged priests to provide better pastoral care to Catholics who are homosexual, but he said, “I think that would not be right” when asked if he could imagine the Catholic Church blessing gay couples. The German bishops’ conference released an English translation Feb. 7 of
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — The presence of a unified delegation and team for North and South Korea at this year’s Olympic Games gives people hope for a world dedicated to peace through dialogue and respect, Pope Francis said. At the end of his weekly general audience at the Vatican Feb. 7, the pope offered his
WASHINGTON (CNS) — The nationwide flu outbreak has prompted dioceses to take steps to suspend traditional rituals to prevent the spread of the virus as much as possible. From encouraging a simple nod or a smile during the sign of peace to draining holy water fonts, the actions come as the flu sweeps through virtually
WASHINGTON (CNS) — Meeting needs has long been the signature of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. Now, the Vincentians are looking to add their signature to eliminating the reasons behind those needs. During a Feb. 3 lunch session for the society prior to the formal opening of the Catholic Social Ministry Gathering in
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — With so many direct attacks on human life, from abortion to war, Pope Francis said he is worried that so few people are involved in pro-life activities. Reciting the Angelus prayer at the Vatican Feb. 4, Pope Francis marked Italy’s Pro-Life Sunday and also called for a day of prayer and
During last week’s celebration of Catholic Schools Week, Mount Carmel School honored many individuals who have, in one way or another, embodied this year’s theme of “learn, Serve, lead, Succeed” and have fulfilled the school’s mission to “educate the whole person to see with Christ’s eyes.” ALUMKNIGHT OF THE YEAR At Saturday’s Night with the
After the trauma and suffering of the war years, plus the rebuilding and beginning all over again of the early post-war years, the 1950’s ushered in a time of new hope. The “Dream” was alive and well, waiting for new horizons. For the Mercedarian Missionaries, this “newness” was to be found in brand-new educational endeavors
There are two significant dates coming up this week: • Tuesday, February 13th is Wear orange day, in honor of “Respect Week” during February’s designated Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. Anything orange-colored will do—t-shirts, shoes, hats- –and the brighter, the better! The idea is to attract the eye. (to learn more, visit www.loveisrespect.org where you
The headlines in recent weeks report one celebrity or government official after another being accused of sexual harassment. These allegations include groping, inappropriate sexual talk in the workplace, all the way to the sexual molestation of children and even rape. Many of those accused have admitted some truth to the allegations and resigned their position
