The Catholic Church is called to be an instrument of communion with God and unity among all people, but it requires grace and “learning to ‘bear with’ reality, gently, generously, lovingly and courageously for the peace and salvation of the whole world,” a theologian told the assembly of the Synod of Bishops.
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Sulpician Father Michael Barré dies at 80
A funeral Mass for Sulpician Father Michael L. Barré was offered Oct. 2 at Our Lady of the Angels in Catonsville. Father Barré died Sept. 25. He was 80.
Pope names first woman secretary of dicastery for religious
Consolata Missionary Sister Simona Brambilla will be secretary of the Dicastery for Institutes of Consecrated Life and Societies of Apostolic Life, the Vatican announced Oct. 7.
U.S. bishops pray for peace following Hamas’ attack on Israel
Several U.S. bishops called for prayers for peace following Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack on Israel.
Jerusalem church leaders call for peace following deadly Hamas attack
Patriarchs and Heads of the Churches in Jerusalem united in a call for peace and justice amid unfolding violence, following a surprise attack by Hamas in southern Israel, which has left around 600 Israelis dead, among them civilians and dozens of soldiers and police who were killed battling the Hamas fighters.
Radio Interview: Archdiocese of Baltimore and Chapter 11
Catholic Review Editor Christopher Gunty talked one-on-one with Archbishop William E. Lori about the impact of the archdiocese’s Chapter 11 reorganization and his goal to equitably compensate all victim-survivors, while continuing the mission of the church, parishes and ministries.
Reconstruction of Notre Dame is ‘sign of hope for everyone,’ cathedral rector says
By the end of the year, Notre Dame Cathedral’s silhouette will be restored: Its entire 315-foot-high spire will once again crown the transept crossing, hidden beneath a 330-foot-high scaffolding.
Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem calls for international help to de-escalate violence amid devastating Hamas attack on Israel
The Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem called Oct. 7 for secular and religious leaders around the world to help de-escalate the violence between Hamas and Israel following an unprecedented surprise dawn attack by Hamas militants on a major Jewish holiday.
‘Laudate Deum’: Planet mirrors a deeply flawed view of human life and activity
Pope Francis warns the clock is ticking on the dangers of climate change — and both a paradigm shift and practical action are critically needed to avert looming disasters in nature and human society.
Panel discusses rosary as a mighty tool for evangelization
“Unleash the Power of the Rosary,” a Sept. 27 panel discussion hosted by Paradisus Dei and the Dominican Friars of the Province of St. Joseph, offered a lively discussion about the rosary as a powerful tool for evangelization that connects people to Jesus through Mary and guides them on a journey to the center of Jesus’ Sacred Heart.
Washington exhibit on Rome’s pilgrim churches showcases pilgrimage history
A map from 1575 is part of a current exhibit at the Museum of the Bible in Washington and is among Jeff Kolha’s favorite prints on display in the exhibit “A Journey of Faith: The Seven Pilgrim Churches of Rome” in the museum’s Vatican gallery.
Healing addiction requires faith, science and a pastoral commitment to love, say experts
The McGrath Institute for Church Life at the University of Notre Dame teamed up with the nonprofit Catholic in Recovery to present a Sept. 27 webinar on “Addiction and Recovery: Accompaniment Toward Wholeness and Healing,” part of the institute’s “Conversations That Matter” series.