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‘Seek the City to Come’: Archdiocese announces pastoral planning process for ‘our beloved city’ Christopher Gunty September 29, 2022 The two-year listening and discernment process will focus on the 57 parishes in the city and a few near-in parishes in Baltimore County, with the goal of more vibrant ministry, although likely with fewer churches open for worship.
Sister Susan Kathleen Dentz, O.S.F., dies at 90 Catholic Review Staff September 28, 2022 A funeral Mass for Franciscan Sister Susan Kathleen Dentz (formerly Sister Marie Mercedes) was offered Sept. 27 at Assisi House in Aston, Pa.
Man spreads Marian devotion around the country Sharon Crews Hare September 28, 2022 Andrew Maggio and his fiancé, Lillian Miller, have distributed 85,000 scapular kits. They started with 150 VA hospitals around the country.
Bullseye: Men fling axes in Anne Arundel County to step up faith George P. Matysek Jr. September 26, 2022 Bob Uhl was one of more than 70 men from Our Lady of the Chesapeake and St. Jane Frances de Chantal in Riviera Beach who gathered for a night of axe throwing and log splitting Sept. 24 at St. Jane Frances.
Russian bishops: Nation must recognize conscientious objection to war Jonathan Luxmoore September 29, 2022 Russia’s bishops said Catholics face dilemmas responding to a mass call-up for the war in Ukraine, and they urged President Vladimir Putin’s government to recognize conscientious objection.
Food cannot be used as ‘bargaining chip,’ pope says Junno Arocho Esteves September 29, 2022 The international community can no longer ignore the cries of the poor and the hungry who fall victim to food loss and waste, Pope Francis said.
Catholic response teams in place to help as Hurricane Ian leaves catastrophe in Florida Rhina Guidos September 29, 2022 Organizations such as Catholic Charities USA said they have their response teams in place to deal with the aftermath of the massive Category 4 storm that lashed western and central Florida with winds of more than 155 mph Sept. 28 and 29.
Vatican announces theme for World Communications Day Junno Arocho Esteves September 29, 2022 Pope Francis’ theme for the next World Communications Day is a call for a peaceful dialogue that allows for uncomfortable truths to be spoken of without resorting to contentious and hostile debate, the Vatican announced.
‘I have cancer, but cancer doesn’t have me:’ Denise Collins’ ovarian cancer journey Robyn Barberry September 29, 2022 Denise Collins chronicled her cancer treatment experience with awe-inspiring courage, relentless optimism and a good bit of humor.
No flower goes unseen Effie Caldarola September 28, 2022 As we deepen our relationship with a God who cares about us so completely, it encourages us to pay more attention, not just to the beauty and glory of God’s bounty in our yard, but to the beauty of this earth so challenged right now.
Egg-cellent adventures and other highlights from our week (7 Quick Takes) Rita Buettner September 25, 2022 Our younger son loves fresh eggs. So, when a local friend posted to Facebook that they had extra eggs from their chickens, I messaged her right away.
Build a culture of life in a post-Roe world Archbishop William E. Lori September 23, 2022 It is the time to rededicate ourselves to building a culture of life and civilization of love.
There’s a better way to respond to immigration Father Eugene Hemrick September 22, 2022 Protecting the body and soul of immigrants and especially their religious faith is still the best means for overcoming daunting hurdles.
