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VATICAN CITY -- As Christmas approached, St. Peter’s Square was filled with balloons, singing and an incredible variety of Baby Jesus figurines -- everything from plastic figures that would fit in a walnut shell to those that were larger-than-life sized.
VATICAN CITY -- Acknowledging the uncertainty faced by many farmers, Pope Francis encouraged members of the International Catholic Rural Association to maintain as much as possible their traditional rhythms of work, family life and respect for the environment.
FAIRLESS HILLS, Pa. -- The Environmental and Spatial Technology Program at Conwell-Egan Catholic High School in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia is probably one of the most innovative and cutting-edge high school educational programs you will find anywhere, once you get past the rather ponderous title.
Well-wishers at St. Vincent de Paul Church in Rogers gather around Msgr. David LeSieur after Mass Dec. 4 celebrating his 40th anniversary of priestly ordination with Bishop Anthony B. Taylor as the celebrant. (Photo)
VATICAN CITY -- ‘Tis the season for a huge assortment of holiday concerts and carols to choose from, making Advent and Christmas a unique period for reminding people of the evergreen beauty of sacred music.
VATICAN CITY -- Pope Francis urged Syrian President Bashar Assad to do everything possible to end the war in his country, to protect civilians and to ensure humanitarian agencies can deliver emergency aid to the people.
ROME -- In two long interviews with Jesuit publications, director Martin Scorsese described his new film “Silence” as a major stage in his pilgrimage of faith, a pilgrimage that included flunking out of the minor seminary, investigating other religions and recognizing that the Catholic Church was his home.
In my home parish of St. Edward in Texarkana, we are blessed to have a large round stained glass window depicting the Nativity and Epiphany of Jesus. It is a glorious mix of jeweled colors — purples, greens and blues. The richly garbed Magi from the East are portrayed as men with differences in skin color, age and stature. Yet, they are united in their intense gaze upon the Christ Child in his mother’s arms. (Understanding our Church, Seeds of Faith)
“I am happy that Mary is human because I can relate to her. I am happy she is so loving, and that she is so ...” (Youthspeak, Seeds of Faith)
Last month, I went on a weeklong silent retreat to address a nagging concern. I felt heavy guilt for how I could be enjoying my life when there are profound deprivations and unspeakable suffering. (Columns)
What can we do to help the innocent people of Syria? Many of their cities are in war between the Syrian government and rebel groups. These civilians -- thousands of women and children -- are the victims and there is no place for them to go. (Editorial)
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