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Benedict XVI Institute in San Francisco launches ‘Year for the Homeless’
The Benedict XVI Institute for Sacred Music and Divine Worship in the San Francisco Archdiocese Feb. 4 launched a “Year for the Homeless,” which includes calling people to prayer, commissioning a special requiem Mass and holding a series of fundraisers via Zoom to help the homeless.
Christians don’t form cliques, pope says in Mission Sunday message
Pope Francis, in his message for World Mission Sunday, said that during the pandemic there is an “urgent need for the mission of compassion.”
Ash Wednesday: Different look, same message
During this year’s celebration of Ash Wednesday Feb. 17, many dioceses will be following the Vatican’s recommendation of a modified method for distributing ashes.
Vatican doctrinal office is ‘no longer the Inquisition,’ cardinal says
Cardinal Ladaria said the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith is no longer “the Inquisition,” but rather its main focus is handing down the teachings of the apostles.
Saint of the Week: Blaise
On his feast, the Church recalls a miracle cure associated with him and celebrates the blessing of the throats.
Sunday Scripture readings: Feb. 7, 2021
Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
• First reading: Job 7:1-4, 6-7
• Second reading: 1 Corinthians 9:16-19, 22-23
• Gospel: Mark 1:29-39
Church is impartial, focusing on well-being of all, Italian cardinal says
In a Jan. 26 speech, Cardinal Bassetti said the church doesn’t take sides but works for the life and wellbeing of each person and the nation.