Inspired by St. John XXIII’s encyclical “Pacem in Terris” (“Peace on Earth”), the outcomes of the Second Vatican Council and the founding of Pax Christi International from the rubble of two devastating world wars, Egan and Zahn sought to bring together Catholics who were outspoken advocates for civil rights, economic justice and ending the Vietnam War.
Pax Christi USA has remained persistent in pursuit of peace for 50 years
At 50, FDLC remains focused on liturgical formation for ‘people of God’
The Federation of Diocesan Liturgical Commissions (FDLC), an advisory group for the USCCB on matters of liturgy, celebrated its 50th anniversary Oct. 9-11 with a gathering in Chicago.
Foreston’s Christian Mothers group marks 50 years of meeting needs, offering support
Four women who were charter members of the Christian Mothers of St. Louis Bertrand in Foreston reflected on their past and present participation in Christian Mothers, which currently has about 140 members.