IMAGE: CNS photo/Tyler Orsburn By Mark Pattison WASHINGTON (CNS) – Not many people know that Blessed Teresa of Kolkata’s first visit to the United States was a trip to Las Vegas — in 1960, when the Strip was still mobbed-up. … Continue reading
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Pope proposes care for creation as a new work of mercy
By Junno Arocho Esteves VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Calling for concrete actions that benefit human life and the environment, Pope Francis proposed adding the care and protection of creation to the traditional list of corporal and spiritual works of mercy. … Continue reading
Two Americans in Catholic leadership recall working with Mother Teresa
IMAGE: CNS photo/Bob Roller By Mark Pattison WASHINGTON (CNS) — Even in the last years of her life, Blessed Teresa of Kolkata had a profound impact on those anywhere near her orbit, including two young Americans who grew into leadership … Continue reading
Jesus' mercy extends to even the greatest of sinners, pope says
IMAGE: CNS/Paul Haring By Junno Arocho Esteves VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Jesus’ loving gaze of tenderness and mercy extends to all who seek forgiveness no matter how great or small their sins may be, Pope Francis said. While many often … Continue reading
When tragedy strikes, don't turn God into a scapegoat, bishop says
By Carol Glatz VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Do not turn to superstition or blame God in the aftermath of a deadly tragedy, the bishop of Rieti told people mourning the deaths of those killed by the devastating earthquake that struck … Continue reading
Pope establishes new office for promoting integral human development
By Junno Arocho Esteves VATICAN CITY (CNS) — To promote Catholic social teaching and ensure appropriate assistance to vulnerable people — especially victims of war, refugees and the sick — Pope Francis has established a new office combing the responsibilities … Continue reading
Missionaries of Charity Fathers find forgotten corners of Tijuana
IMAGE: CNS photo/David Maung By Brooke Binkowski TIJUANA, Mexico (CNS) — The men trudged down the dusty road of an impoverished Tijuana neighborhood. The Sunday morning air was already arid and hot, but the small group was on a mission: … Continue reading
Catholic mission set up to bring God to hipsters
IMAGE: CNS photo/Ed Wilkinson, The Tablet By Chaz Muth WASHINGTON (CNS) — The gray robes worn by the Conventual Franciscan friars may not be fashionable in the Williamsburg/Greenpoint neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York, but the religious men appear to be … Continue reading
Rally 2016: FEARLESS
Byzantine Catholic Teens Convene Every other year, teenagers from parishes of the Byzantine Catholic Metropolitan Church across the U.S. gather in an atmosphere of fellowship, prayer, and spiritual enrich-ment. The ByzanTEEN Youth Rally offers a rich opportunity for young Byzantine … Continue reading
Servers Rock ‘Faith & Fun Day’
Vocations Office Notches 9th Annual Event PITTSBURGH — Altar servers of the Archeparchy of Pittsburgh gathered Wednesday July 20 with clergy and chaperones for the 9th annual “Faith & Fun Day” sponsored by the Archeparchy’s Office of Vocations. Comprised of … Continue reading
