A well-off, elderly couple had been faithful members of their church for years and had always given generously. Upon their death, however, they left $5 million to a museum — and nothing to their church. Mystified, a member of the...
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Student tutors fill gap between available aid and kids’ needs
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Praying for life
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Retired, but still in the game
During these busy times of Advent and Christmas, you might see a different priest at the altar instead of your regular pastor. Don’t call him the “new guy,” however. He’s a veteran who has done and seen it all. And now, he’s...
Stamped out
The woman who has graced more postage stamps than any other is the Blessed Virgin Mary, Queen of Heaven.
Distorted media coverage reveals a surprising irony
Reading “Light of the World” will, among many other benefits, make you proud that Benedict XVI is our pope.
A fireproof faith
Gene Hegarty nearly shed a tear as the bell was rung for the last time before it was removed the fire- weakened tower of the 111-year-old St. Ann Church here. The burning down of the venerable structure on April 21, 2008, was a...
Spiritual mentors help’s Catholic’s deepen their faith
The archdiocese is in need of a few good men and women. The mission? Become spiritual mentors to help other Catholics grow in their relationship with Christ.
Sometimes, all we have to do is show up
This year, when you’re looking for excuses, just show up and let God do the rest!
Starting from zero has its rewards
I now pray that Holy Trinity may inspire other parishes in the spirit of the 10th anniversary of the jubilee year to open wide the doors of their churches and welcome their Spanish-speaking brothers and sisters.