Feelings of desolation and sadness are not signs of trials that may discourage Christians, they can be indispensable signs that point to dangers along the path toward happiness, Pope Francis said.
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Four recognized for their work in the pro-life movement
Four new awardees were named this year as recipients of People of Life Awards, chosen by the U.S. bishops’ Secretariat for Pro-Life Activities for lifetime contributions to the pro-life cause.
Buccaneers coach earns bachelor’s degree from Mount St. Mary’s University
Tampa Bay Buccaneers coach Todd Bowles recently completed his bachelor of science degree in youth and community development through the Center for Accelerated and Adult Education at Mount St. Mary’s University.
RADIO INTERVIEW: St. John Paul II Spiritual Center
Catholic Review Editor Christopher Gunty talks with Maxime Nogier, executive director of the St. John Paul II National Shrine in Washington, D.C., about the long-reigning pontiff’s legacy and how the shrine supports people on a journey to Christ through the life and teachings of John Paul II.
Vatican joins International Olympic Committee’s appeal for peace
The challenges and threats facing humanity and the planet can be confronted effectively if all people come together in “a spirit of solidarity,” said Thomas Bach, president of the International Olympic Committee, in an appeal also supported by three Vatican dicasteries.
Missouri bishop offers prayers after deadly school shooting
Bishop W. Shawn McKnight, of the Diocese of Jefferson City, Missouri, asked for prayers after three people died following an Oct. 24 shooting at a high school in St. Louis.
Blue Masses throughout archdiocese honor sacrifices by first responders
Parishes around the archdiocese paid tribute to first responders with a variety of services during October, and firefighter Michael Johnson’s experience was typical of the recognition bestowed upon Catholic police officers and firefighters.
Pope: Church’s concern for the family goes beyond focus on couples
The importance of the family for the Catholic Church and for society means that theological reflection on family life and pastoral responses to the joys and problems of families must focus on more than the relationship between a husband and wife, Pope Francis said.
Cardinal Gregory blesses D.C. shrine’s replacement of vandalized Mary statue
Ten months after a marble statue of Our Lady of Fatima in the Rosary Walk and Garden outside the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception was vandalized and destroyed beyond repair, a replacement statue was blessed Oct. 23 by Washington Cardinal Wilton D. Gregory.
Ukraine dominates annual interreligious prayer for peace meeting
The international community must work for peace, and believers of all faiths must pray for it, but pressuring Ukraine to make peace with Russia would be to “consecrate the law of the strongest,” French President Emmanuel Macron told religious leaders meeting in Rome.
Thinking you are holier than others is form of self-worship, pope says
“Spiritual arrogance” — thinking one is holier or better than others — is a temptation everyone faces and is a form of self-worship, Pope Francis said.
Security workshops planned to keep parishes safe
The Archdiocese of Baltimore will hold a series of four regional safety workshops for parish personnel to provide tips and education on keeping people safe in their places of worship.