Restorers unveil frescoed chambers in the Catacombs of St. Domitilla
Under a mown hayfield, whose dried-out stalks crunch underfoot, lies the four-level labyrinth of the early Christian Catacombs of St. Domitilla.
Oregon Catholic father of four killed trying to protect fellow passengers
Rick Best defended two women being accosted by a passenger yelling hate speech about Muslims and other groups. Best, a 53-year-old member of Christ the King Parish in Milwaukie, Oregon, would die for his noble…
Mindanao bishops support ‘temporary’ martial law in wake of violence
Catholic bishops in the southern Philippines supported the declaration of martial law in Mindanao following an attempt by a band of gunmen claiming to be Islamic militants to seize a city in the region.
Mission means never saying, ‘It’s always been done this way,’ pope says
Catholics, especially members of religious orders, are called to be bold, creative and consoling "missionaries without borders."
Attack on Christians in southern Egypt leaves at least 26 dead
The Health Ministry reports at least 26 fatalities, with at least 25 more wounded.
New assignments announced
Father John A. Riley, chancellor, announces the following appointments made by Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann, effective July 1, unless otherwise noted: PASTORS Father Francis Bakyor, from parochial administrator to pastor of St. Joseph Parish, Wathena;…
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‘I never thought this day would come.’
Transitional deacons urged to nurture a servant’s heart
Although brief, the transitional diaconate is an important step toward ordination to the priesthood.
Arrowhead 5K raises awareness, fights stigma of opioid abuse
“There are protocols and best practices for every disease in this country except for addiction.”
Why Memorial Day means more than parades and picnics
"You clear it out of your mind."