Finding the heart of Jesus this Advent

The liturgical life of the Church is literally the heart-beat and pulse of the faith in motion. To appreciate the richness of the Catholic faith, one must only look to the sacramental life of the Church.

Advocacy Club students host ‘Dream to Educate’ in support of DACA students

A Brophy alum alongside a neighboring Xavier College Preparatory student will share personal experience with at the Nov. 28 event.

Diocese raises $100K for Catholic scholarships capped off by annual Night of Hope

Hailey Infante dreams of one day helping heal people with kidney problems. But when her mother became ill a few years ago, it appeared the Catholic high school education Hailey sought to help realize those dreams was in jeopardy.

Everyone’s hour will come, so be prepared for Judgment Day, pope says

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — People would be wise to think about Judgment Day and wonder what God will see when he examines their lives, Pope Francis said.

From beach to basilica: ‘Sand Nativity’ brings unique style to Vatican

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — From the beach town of New Smyrna, Florida, just a stone’s throw away from Daytona Beach, Rich Varano never imagined his unique talent of sculpting sand would take him to the heart of Christianity.

Vatican commission approves second miracle for Blessed John Henry Newman

WASHINGTON (CNA) — A second miracle attributed to Blessed John Henry Newman has reportedly been approved by the Vatican, fueling expectation that his canonization could occur as early as next year.

Advent week three: Answering the call to joy

“Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.” That iconic line from the 1986 film “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” seems pretty off-base just a little more than a week away from Christmas, doesn’t it? Stop and look around? There’s no time for that.

Advent week three: ‘I shall say it again: Rejoice!’

What I love about the Advent season is that it captures the mixed reality of our lives. Our moments of joy and sorrow are often closely woven together.

Nation mourns death of 41st president, recalls his life of public service

WASHINGTON (CNS) — When he was running for re-election in 1992, President George H.W. Bush told Catholic News Service that he believed that a strong religious faith could provide “an extra shot of strength when you need it.”

Pope pays tribute to slain Pakistani Catholic Shahbaz Bhatti

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Commemorating the witness of Shahbaz Bhatti, Pope Francis expressed his hope that the Pakistani Catholic’s death will be a source of inspiration and hope for persecuted Christians.