A world that has become "heartless" and indifferent to greed and war, and a Catholic Church in need of revitalizing its missionary joy need to open themselves up to Christ's infinite love, Pope Francis wrote.
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Documentary profiles a possible future saint
In 2012, when Michelle Duppong, who was about to become director of adult formation for the Diocese of Bismarck, North Dakota, asked Jacqueline Matta Balzer if she could be her roommate, Balzer had no idea she was dealing with a...
Jesuit scholar’s search for films’ ‘theology of horror’ finds the sacred in the screams
Beneath the nation's fascination with horror films — which translates into a multibillion-dollar industry — lurks a hidden quest for the divine, a theologian with expertise on the genre told OSV News.
Celebration of Ethel Kennedy’s life recalls her strong faith, human rights work, humor
In the majestic Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle in Washington during an Oct. 16 celebration of life for Ethel Skakel Kennedy, the singer Stevie Wonder honored his friend by singing the Our Father accompanied by a harpist...
Vatican statistics show decline in baptisms, clergy, religious, worldwide
The number of Catholics and permanent deacons in the world rose in 2022, while the number of seminarians, priests, men and women in religious orders, and baptisms declined, according to Vatican statistics.
St. James’ new fieldhouse is a ‘game changer’
"It’s so exciting to see what’s happening at St. James, where our staff here try to serve the whole person."
Ascension Eagles spread their wings: Serve Day shows students the value of helping others
“We’re hoping this day inspires them.”
Living rosary dedicated to Super Bowl parade shooting victim
“I think it’s a very powerful lesson for the kids to see the power of prayer and to see all the community coming together.”
Archdiocese offers pastoral care to those affected by infant loss
"This is a child. This is a life lost."
Multi-parish concert of Catholic singer/musician draws crowd
“I want to encourage you all to pray the rosary.”