Fire destroys ‘treasured’ historic Texas Catholic church
WESTPHALIA, Texas (CNS) — The Church of the Visitation in Westphalia, a nearly 125-year-old wooden church with bell towers on each side, burned to the ground July 29.
Hush hour: Spirituality of silence is a journey toward God, priest says
"Christian silence" is not about seeking a sense of emptiness or nothingness, but "is about presence. It is an encounter with Jesus," he said.
OK Archbishop: Blessed Stanley Rother’s influence remains strong in Guatemala
SOLOLÁ, Guatemala (CNA) — There’s a black and white photo that holds a special meaning for those familiar with Blessed Stanley Rother — the farm-raised Oklahoma priest who gave his life for the faith 38 years ago while serving the poor in Central America.
Once imprisoned, Chinese woman now guides others to the Catholic faith
Others can try to take away or scare away the practice of the faith, but that's where private prayer triumphs as this woman proved.
Cupich: ‘Never forget’ policies that led to Holocaust began with words
These lessons from history must be recalled today when many in society target immigrants, refugees and various groups of people as "the other."
Rome police chaplain recalls slain officer’s life of service
His life of service wasn't just in a blue uniform. It extended to charity work through the Knights of Malta.
Wimbledon champ carried gift from confirmation sponsor to each match
She was confirmed this spring and opens her gift daily to keep her connected to her faith.
With dedication Mass, Orange Diocese’s Christ Cathedral ‘becomes reality’
GARDEN GROVE, Calif. (CNS) — Tim Strader believes Christ Cathedral of the Diocese of Orange “will become the most important Catholic cathedral in the United States, other than St. Patrick’s” in New York.
Catholic Education Arizona scoops out $4M in first wave of need-based scholarships
Catholic Education Arizona welcomed principals back to the new school year with a sweet deal.
Catholic leaders object to reinstatement of federal death penalty
The last time there was a federal execution was in 2003. A review ordered in 2014 of issues surrounding the use of lethal injection drugs is now complete.
