Father Adamski offers ashes to commuters every Ash Wednesday at the Stratford Metro North train station, just half a mile from his home parish.
Pastor’s Lenten journey begins on train platform early Ash Wednesday to distribute ashes
Pope marks anniversary of Russia’s ‘absurd, cruel’ war on Ukraine
A year after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Pope Francis asked, “Can the Lord forgive so many crimes and so much violence? He is the God of peace.”
Dialogue, humility and listening can help Catholics overcome church polarization, says theologian
The church is deeply divided on fundamental truths including marriage, sin and the nature of the Eucharist, but there is a path to unity through dialogue, humility and a focus on shared baptism, according to Catholic theologian Charles Camosy.
Not just Rice Bowl, CRS chapters and clubs engage Catholics in living out ‘missionary discipleship’
“We had this idea,” Bill O’Keefe of CRS said, “about creating communities of supporters who could come together, based on faith, and take consequential actions that would really make a difference in the lives of vulnerable people around the world.”
Pro-life activist acquitted in federal court finds spiritual meaning in arrest, trial
A federal jury returned a verdict Jan. 30, finding Houck not guilty of the charges of violating the federal Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances Act.
Pope clarifies rules limiting celebration of pre-Vatican II Mass
Diocesan bishops must have Vatican authorization to allow the celebration of the pre-Vatican II Mass in a parish church, to establish a new “personal parish” for devotees of the old Mass or to allow its celebration by a priest ordained after July 2021 when Pope Francis issued rules restricting the celebration, he said.
Pope penned major documents on reform, evangelization, caring for creation
In documents issued his first 10 years in office, Pope Francis covered topics as diverse as strengthening one’s faith, evangelization, caring for creation, accompanying families and young people, and respecting indigenous peoples.
Blessed Stanley Rother Shrine’s historic dedication honors martyr’s mission to share Jesus’ love
Blessed Stanley is the first U.S.-born martyr formally recognized by the church.