“Monks have secrets worth knowing, and these can be invaluable when a coronavirus pandemic is forcing millions of us to live like monks.”
Father Ron Rolheiser: Some secrets worth knowing
Catholic schools unveil reopening plans for worrisome fall term
U.S. Catholic schools are tweaking their reopening plans for a worrisome fall term by consulting parents and training staff for face-to-face instruction in many cases but with distance-learning programs in place as well.
‘Journeying Together’ will focus on church’s engagement with young people
The U.S. Catholic Church convened a yearlong intercultural process with young adults and ministry leaders July 25.
Churches included in new executive order mandating indoor mask use
The order requires people coming to Mass to wear a mask when they enter a church, during Mass, and when exiting the building.
July 16 virtual pilgrimage to Lourdes to affirm prayer against COVID-19
“We quickly realized we weren’t just praying for people in Lourdes, but for those in need worldwide — and this e-pilgrimage will honor their presence in a great affirmation of the power of prayer,” said the shrine’s vice rector.
Jack Lawlis: COVID-19 magnifies the crisis of the family
“Our families have emerged as many people’s primary community during the COVID-19 pandemic. This fits the family’s natural role in society, but the change has not been easy. Many families have experienced new challenges amid COVID-19.”
St. Mary’s School morning prayer and ‘AAAY-MEN’ reach wider flock
Since the pandemic hit, Tom Haire, principal of St. Mary’s School in Breckenridge, has found a new way to share morning prayer with his students. It started schoolwide and now encompasses the community and more.
Priests ordained in a pandemic
Three new priests were newly ordained in a family-only ceremony, after a final semester of being quarantined by the pandemic.