Parish fights city to guard dignity of Baltimore’s homeless, poor
Father Dick Lawrence doesn't see homeless people through rose-colored glasses, but he doesn't close his eyes to them either.
Archbishop Sheen’s sainthood cause suspended indefinitely
The suspension was announced "with immense sadness," the Diocese of Peoria, Ill. said. "After further discussion with Rome, it was decided that the Sheen Cause would now have to be relegated to the congregation's historic archive," the Peoria diocesan statement said.
Catholics Come Home to premiere weekly TV series featuring local connections
A new 13-episode series featuring Catholics across the U.S. and Canada who have returned or converted to the Catholic Church has connections to the Diocese of Phoenix. EWTN Live previews it tonight. The weekly series begins Sept. 4.
Cardinal backs St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee as gay ban is lifted
Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan of New York said he continues to support the city's St. Patrick's Day Parade Committee after it lifted a ban prohibiting gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender groups from marching openly in the annual event.
Ice bucket challenge brings attention to pro-life research center
In a roundabout way more Catholics are beginning to take notice of a Catholic, pro-life medical research center. The institute focuses on developing core technologies that all diseases need, and doing this within a pro-life value system.
Wartime pontiff started tradition of papal peacemaking
Among the various World War I-related anniversaries of this centennial year, the election of Pope Benedict XV, 100 years ago Sept. 3, is apt to be one of the less widely observed. Yet Pope Benedict left a legacy of lasting significance for the papacy and the church as a whole in the vital area of teaching and practice on war and peace.
Debating just-war theory in light of Islamic State and past Iraqi wars
In the days that followed Pope Francis' Aug. 18 remarks on U.S. airstrikes earlier in the month against Islamic State, the buzz was about whether the pope had actually given his consent to them.
Little League player says team has ‘a lot to be thankful for’
Although Philadelphia's Taney Dragons didn't walk away with the Little League World Series title, they captured the country's attention by making it to the quarterfinals and have been honored as heroes in their home city.
Immigrants, activists urge Obama to act on immigration reform
Hundreds of protesters took part in a rally and march in Washington Aug. 28 chanting: "Not one more! Not one more!" to urge President Barack Obama to stop the deportation of immigrant families, workers and children.
Chinese priests, nuns spend years in U.S. to prepare for leadership
Chinese priests and nuns assembled halfway around the globe at a retreat house in the United States for a week of quiet prayer and reflection. The gathering was affiliated with a project of the Maryknoll Fathers and Brothers aimed at helping the Church in China grow by guiding their priests and religious through formation in U.S.
