God's Word on Sunday: Being faithful requires daily commitment
21st Sunday in Ordinary Time, Aug. 22 (Year B) Joshua 24:1-2a, 15-17,18b; Psalm 34; Ephesians 4:32-5:1-2, 21-32; John 6:53, 60-69
Each day, billions of people on this planet make choices. Some of them are quite mundane — what to have for dinner or what to wear. For far too many, these are not choices — it is a matter of having something, anything, to eat or wear.
Police investigating source of letter containing bullets addressed to "the pope"
ROME -- Italian police have launched an investigation after postal workers discovered an envelope containing three bullets and addressed to "the pope."
God's Word on Sunday: Battle continues to overcome darkness
Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Aug. 15 (Year B) Revelation 11:19a; 12:1-6a; 10ab; Psalm 45; 1 Corinthians 15:20-26; Luke 1:39-56
Revelation is the most puzzling and enigmatic book in the entire Bible.
Vatican releases rules for online learning for ecclesiastical universities
VATICAN CITY -- The Vatican Congregation for Catholic Education encouraged pontifical universities to expand educational opportunities to those who would normally be unable to attend classes in-person full time, but could manage coursework online, such as prisoners, migrants, the homeless, monks, contemplative nuns and even busy bishops.
God's Word on Sunday: God is source of strength and sustenance
19th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Aug. 8 (Year B) 1Kings 19:4-8; Psalm 34; Ephesians 4:30-5:2; John 6:41-51
Elijah could not take another step — he was finished. At that point, all he wanted was a swift and painless death. There are many who reach that point in their lives. They are overwhelmed, exhausted and discouraged, and just want an end to their suffering. But this is usually where God steps in — that is, if we are open to God’s intervention.
Mary Marrocco: Dealing with guilt and shame
What makes it so difficult to overcome conflicts? Between a couple or family, groups or nations, often we just can’t sort things out and move on.
A cinematic love letter to the Church's ‘First Lady’
“We’re about to hear the story of a woman — an accompanying witness whose story begins with a prophecy and ends with victory. A woman whose story can be reflected in other people, helping us to see our story in her story.”
Benedict criticizes church in Germany, says mission obscured
FREIBURG, Germany -- Retired Pope Benedict XVI has criticized representatives of the Catholic Church in his home country, Germany.
Vatican reports $78 million deficit, also releases APSA report
VATICAN CITY -- The Vatican reported the Roman Curia had a $78 million deficit in 2020, and on the same day, the Administration of the Patrimony of the Holy See, which administers Vatican properties and investments, made a summary of its annual budget public for the first time.
God's Word on Sunday: Are we ready to meet our faith challenge?
18th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Aug. 1 (Year B) Exodus 16:2-4, 12-15, 31a; Psalm 78; Ephesians 4:17, 20-24; John 6:24-35
The story of the journey of the Israelites through the wilderness is not pretty or inspiring.
Fr. Yaw Acheampong: Jesus leads us on path to healing
How would you describe the state of your faith in God in these challenging times?