To honor Rev. King, ‘deepen’ commitment to work for justice, bishops urge
WASHINGTON (CNS) — Fifty years after the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.’s assassination, “we need to ask ourselves if we are doing all we can to build the culture of love, respect and peace to which the Gospel calls us,” the U.S. bishops’ Administrative Committee said March 28.
Love of reading, God and puppies leads to ‘pawsome’ achievement
Her second chapter book should be ready for "tween" readers this spring, particularly for those who enjoy dog characters.
Documentary highlights challenges of dating in today’s culture
Dating has been replaced by “hooking up” and “hanging out,” making the traditional days of “courtship” obsolete. Or, has it?
Deacon’s family grieved after King assassination, witnessed aftermath [VIDEO]
A deacon and parishioners at a Washington Catholic church remember the assassination of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., the ensuing riots in Washington and the impact it had on them.
Feast of St. Pedro Calungsod
Educated by the Jesuits in Visayas, the Philippines, Pedro could read, write and speak Visayan, Spanish and Chamorro, paint, draw, sing and worked as a carpenter.
Outcasts filmraiser [VIDEO]
The documentary gives viewers a glimpse into the mercy and compassion The Franciscan Friars of the Renewal bring to others while supporting Restore Dignity in the Diocese of Phoenix.
Easter shows the power of love, which renews the world, pope says
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Easter makes it clear that in the life of Jesus, but also in the lives of modern men and women, “death, solitude and fear” do not have the last word, Pope Francis said before giving his Easter blessing.
Easter hope breaks routine, unleashes creativity, pope says
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Truly celebrating Easter means allowing Jesus to triumph over personal fears and give life to hope, creativity and care for others, Pope Francis said.
Minnesota family’s search for faith brings them to Catholic Church
ST. PAUL, Minn. (CNS) — When Dalton Renteria visited the Cathedral of St. Paul in St. Paul for the first time Feb. 18, he was struck by the large crucifix behind the altar.
Indiana inmates embrace fresh start by joining the Catholic Church
INDIANAPOLIS (CNS) — There are times when nearly everyone seeks redemption for a mistake or a moment of darkness, times that can help find a way to return to the grace of God.
