The U.S. Catholic bishops approved supplements to a teaching document on the political responsibility of Catholics — on Nov. 15 during their annual fall plenary assembly in Baltimore.
Bishops OK supplements to ‘Faithful Citizenship,’ affirm abortion ‘preeminent’ among issues
New film on Mother Teresa seeks to put 20th-century saint back in spotlight
Produced by the Knights of Columbus, “Mother Teresa: No Greater Love,” had its Vatican premiere Aug. 31, ahead of its release to more than 900 theaters Oct. 3 and 4.
Greg Erlandson: In the storm’s wake, our neighbors need us
“The suffering of our neighbors becomes suffering we can help ease.”
Good Samaritan: Katherine Kosel
The service offered by this 94-year-old member of St. Louis Bertrand Parish in Foreston “has always been a gift with no strings attached,” says her pastor.
St. Cloud couple opens door, hearts to more than 100 babies in 43 years of foster parenting
Ron and Jane Brown are this month’s “Good Samaritans.”
Growing in faith, cultivating kindness are seeds Mary Peeters strives to sow
This month’s Good Samaritan is Mary Peeters, a registered nurse, gardener and promoter of social justice in her parish, Holy Cross in Butler.
Good Samaritan: St. Augustine parishioner logs over 69,000 volunteer hours
Marlyn Beaudine’s efforts include delivering wheelchair bags, installing access ramps, making rosaries and providing lawn care.
From the Editor: Coming to you from a new spot in the magazine
We highlight new features, additions and changes in the magazine, like Catholic social teaching 101 and a focus on a local Good Samaritan.