World scarred by war, greed must welcome prince of peace, pope says
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — The song of the angels that heralded the birth of Christ urges men and women to seek peace in a world divided by war, terrorism and greed, Pope Francis said.
Card ministry allows inmates to share Christmas joy
Some 5,000 to 6,000 cards are donated annually, mostly from local parishioners, for the inmates to send to family and maybe even the guards.
Christmas according to kids [VIDEO]
What happens when you ask a bunch of kids to tell the story of Christmas? This adorable video.
Admonish the Sinner: George Miller comes ‘Full Circle’ in reaching out to young adults
To the uninformed, admonishing the sinner may sound like a holier-than-thou Pharisee casting judgement, but in reality, it involves an awareness of one’s own brokenness and need of repentance. It’s about lovingly calling someone to conversion, encouraging those who are trying to break free from sin and addiction.
Political divides now seen in ‘Merry Christmas’ vs. ‘Happy Holidays’
Should stores and businesses should greet their customers with 'Happy Holidays' or 'Seasons Greetings' instead of 'Merry Christmas' out of respect for people of different faiths?
Sr. John-Mark Maria professes perpetual vows, a first for ‘Desert Nuns’
TONOPAH — Donning a floral bridal crown of over her brown habit, Sr. John-Mark Maria, PCPA, did not stop smiling as she professed perpetual vows. She was now a bride of Christ.
An Advent song [VIDEO]
The Vigil Project's latest release, “Savior of the World,” featuring John Finch, is especially appropriate for the final days of Advent. It expresses the...
‘Fleece’ Navidad and Advent
Our friends at Catholics Come Home graciously shared this video with us.
Welcome to the club: Cardinal-elders talk about pope’s 80th birthday
Like Pope Francis, many of the over-80 cardinals have active ministry schedules and continue to travel the world on behalf of the church.
New deacon Br. Athanasius, FHS, hopes to preach Gospel through example
LAVEEN — Br. Athanasius Fornwalt, FHS, spent his Thanksgiving break during his last semester at Catholic University of America being ordained a deacon at St. John the Baptist Parish in Laveen.