The Christopher Awards, now in their 73rd year, celebrate writers, producers, directors, authors and illustrators whose work “affirms the highest values of the human spirit” and reflects the Christopher motto, “It’s better to light one candle than to curse the darkness.”
‘CODA,’ ‘Encanto,’ ‘Francesco,’ ‘Waltons’ among Christopher Award winners
Bishop to step down as abuse spokesman for German bishops’ conference
The bishop said a new and broader structure of responsibility was needed as soon as possible so that the Catholic Church in Germany could do more justice to the complexity of the issue of sexual abuse and the dimension of the task.
Promoting dialogue, peace are pope’s priorities for Ukraine, archbishop says
In the face of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the ongoing war, Pope Francis is being very careful to ensure that he offers solidarity and hope to suffering Ukrainians while not doing or saying anything to endanger a possibility for dialogue.
New book offers hope for tired teachers using Jesus’ ministry as guide
In her book, author Amy J. Cattapan offers the most appropriate Gospel stories to remind teachers of their true purpose, and she gives inspiration and hope to overcome fatigue and burnout.
Vatican confirms pope will visit Indigenous in Canada in late July
“Accepting the invitation of the civil and ecclesiastical authorities and the Indigenous communities,” the pope will be in Canada July 24-29, returning to Rome July 30, the Vatican announced May 13.
Book about villagers’ need for clean, accessible water spurs student action
A New York Times bestseller written in 2010, “A Long Walk to Water” is based on the true story of Salva Dut, who was separated from his family at age 11 due to the civil war raging in South Sudan in the mid-1980s.
Sunday Scripture reading: May 15, 2022
Fifth Sunday of Easter
First reading: Acts 14:21-27
Second reading: Rv 21:1-5
Gospel: Jn 13:31-35
‘Meltdown: Three Mile Island,’ streaming, Netflix
Available on Netflix, the surprisingly intimate and compelling docuseries airs in four one-hour installments.