The “Seton Family Treasures” exhibit officially opened July 1 at the shrine. The exhibit is part of a yearlong commemoration to mark the 200th anniversary of the death of America’s first native-born saint.
Shrine welcomes treasured items that belonged to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
‘No more war’: Pope continues his teaching on Gospel nonviolence
Modern popes have been clear voices for peace, but Pope Francis is moving closer to a broad embrace of nonviolence and a declaration that modern warfare is so deadly and sophisticated that the traditional “just war” theories cannot apply.
Florida Catholics find comfort in rosary following building collapse
“I think everyone understands that in pain, you turn to your mother,” said Wency Ortega, who helped organize a virtual online rosary June 27 for students, teachers, families and alumni of Christopher Columbus High School in Miami.
Saints of the Week: The First Martyrs of Rome
After a raging fire destroyed two-thirds of Rome in 64, Emperor Nero blamed Rome’s Christians to divert suspicion from himself.
Permanent deacons are reminder of the power of service, pope says
A permanent deacon whose ministry is focused on service to the poor and hurting is an antidote to clericalism within the church because it illustrates that “to love is to serve and to serve is to reign,” Pope Francis said.
Sunday Scripture readings: June 27, 2021
Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
First reading: Wis 1:13-15; 2:23-24
Second reading: 2 Cor 8:7, 9, 13-15
Gospel: Mk 5:21-43 or 5:21-24, 35-43
Abandoned at birth, Safe Haven Baby Boxes founder: ‘I was made for this’
Leaning on Scripture and assisting others helped an adopted woman circle back to her faith and see that my worth was always there.
World Day for Grandparents and Elderly: A time for small acts of kindness
The pope has started a new observance called World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly, to be celebrated for the first time July 25, 2021.