Blessed Michael J. McGivney was “an outstanding witness of Christian solidarity and fraternal assistance” because of his “zeal” for proclaiming the Gospel and his “generous concern for his brothers and sisters,” Pope Francis said in his apostolic letter of beatification of the founder of the Knights of Columbus.
Blessed McGivney: Model parish priest with ‘zeal’ for Gospel, for serving faithful
Youth say NCYC theme of ‘Blessed, Broken, Given’ has deep meaning for them
For three days, the 20,000 teenagers attending the National Catholic Youth Conference form a joyful, energetic and unifying representation of how much their Catholic faith means to them.
Elise Italiano Ureneck: Father Augustus Tolton — A sign for today
At a time when America’s original sin of racism is rearing its ugly head again, Father Tolton’s life is a testament to the fact that one person’s commitment to holiness can help to affect change, far beyond one’s neighborhood or lifespan.
Father Solanus Casey recalled as beloved friar who showed mercy to others
Capuchin Father Solanus Casey will be named “blessed” — the second U.S.-born man to achieve such a designation and the first person from Michigan.