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Fullerton church begins renovations Katie V. Jones June 19, 2025 Renovation work is well underway at St. Joseph Church in Fullerton, where a sweeping interior transformation of its more than 50-year-old sanctuary began in early June. Pews have been removed, carpeting torn up and construction crews are preparing the space for an upgrade parish leaders say reflects both practical needs and a renewed spiritual focus.
Deacon Alex Mwebaze is happy to call Maryland home Katie V. Jones June 19, 2025 Deacon Mwebaze, along with five other deacons, will be ordained as priests June 21 at the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen in Homeland, marking the culmination of his journey to priesthood.
Knights of Columbus announces June 19 novena for intention of Pope Leo Catholic Review Staff June 18, 2025 The Knights of Columbus announced a novena to the Sacred Heart of Jesus for the intention of Pope Leo XIV. The novena will begin June 19, the anniversary of Pope Leo XIV’s ordination to the priesthood, and end June 27, the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart.
For Deacon Shiadrik Mokum, the priesthood is all about community Gerry Jackson June 18, 2025 Deacon Shiadrik Mokum says all his life “community” has been his major focus. The Cameroon native sees his journey to the priesthood, which he will complete with his ordination in June at the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen in Homeland, as a natural progression of his devotion to community life.
Liturgical music can teach value of unity in diversity, pope says Cindy Wooden June 19, 2025 The liturgical music tradition of polyphony with its blend of melodies and harmonies should lift people’s spirits as it subtly transmits a message about diversity and unity, Pope Leo XIV said.
How a Norbertine nun’s visions led to the feast of Corpus Christi D.D. Emmons June 19, 2025 Beginning in 1208, Jesus would use a pious, holy and humble nun, St. Juliana of Cornillon, as his instrument to take advantage of the increasing visual adoration of the Blessed Sacrament and, at the same time, return the People of God to regularly receiving holy Communion. Juliana would be Christ’s source to establish the feast of Corpus Christi.
Former Catholic high school counselor sentenced for abusing teen student Gina Christian June 18, 2025 A former counselor at an Ohio Catholic high school was sentenced to prison June 10 for sexual battery of a student, with prosecutors alleging in a sentencing document she had groomed others.
Supreme Court upholds Tennessee’s gender transition ban for minors Kate Scanlon June 18, 2025 The U.S. Supreme Court on June 18 upheld a Tennessee state law banning certain types of medical or surgical gender reassignment procedures for minors who identify as transgender.
Question Corner: Do I need to attend my territorial parish? Jenna Marie Cooper June 19, 2025 While Catholics are free to attend Mass and otherwise be involved in the life of whatever parish they choose, in most cases, a Catholic’s official parish membership is determined by where they live.
The truth about transitions Laura Kelly Fanucci June 18, 2025 Life asks us to say yes through the pain. Jesus asks us to follow where we do not want to go.
A cry for unity Michael R. Heinlein June 18, 2025 Pope Leo has assumed the Petrine ministry as old ecclesial divisions have reared up anew and as heightened polarization has weakened the church’s unity and mission.
‘Public’ does not equal ‘state’ or ‘government’ George Weigel June 18, 2025 The U.S. Supremes kicked the can down the road in St. Isidore. But the cause of school choice continues. And it will ultimately prevail, because it’s the will of “We, the People.”
Thank you to a one-of-a-kind teacher George P. Matysek Jr. June 17, 2025 She had a gift – not just for teaching, but for connecting with people and making them feel seen and valued.
