Ash Wednesday: Ancient tradition still thrives in modern times
In more ways than one, Ash Wednesday — celebrated March 1 this year — leaves a mark.
Don’t worry how it’s spent, always give homeless a handout, pope says
Giving something to someone in need "is always right."
Vandalism at Jewish cemeteries decried, called hateful actions
Scores of other such threats have been received by Jewish community centers in recent weeks across the country.
USCCB committee chairmen applaud decision on transgender directive
"Such issues are best handled with care and compassion at the local level, respecting the privacy and safety concerns of all students."
Corned beef conundrum: Some dioceses give St. Patrick’s Day dispensation
"So, it's like a get-out-of-jail-free card, but you have to pay sometime."
Priest has ministry to street artists who are transforming neighborhood
"My objective is to be present and supportive both to the artists themselves and their work."
South Sudan bishops condemn atrocities, appeal for help to prevent famine
they also said the looming famine was a man-made catastrophe.
Discovery of Earth-sized planets boosts hope of finding alien life
"Every new surprise is a tiny burst of joy before his creative greatness."
Chicago Catholic college’s basketball chaplain? A 97-year-old nun
"I love every one of them."
Stringing them along
Bob Cunningham spent his late teenage years fighting the Japanese with the U.S. Marine Corps during World War II.