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June 12, 2013
Catholic Church Praises “Breakdancing Jesus” Mural in England
Details: A new 30-ft piece of street art depicting Jesus breakdancing has attracted praise –...
June 12, 2013
Wow: Check Out How One School is Trying to Boost Enrollment
When in doubt, sing! And make it a number from "Les Mis"! This creative video...
June 12, 2013
In the E-mail: “Are Deacons Allowed to Vest for Priest Ordination Liturgies?”—UPDATED
A deacon writes: In your diocese, are permanent deacons allowed to vest for priest ordination...
June 12, 2013
In First, Senator Delivers Speech in Spanish on Senate Floor—and the Jesuits Played a Role
From the New York Times: When Senator Tim Kaine, Democrat of Virginia, took the Senate floor...
June 12, 2013
What Are Kids Reading in School?
You might be surprised. From NPR: "Last year, we had more than 8.6 million students...
June 12, 2013
In the E-mail: “Are Deacons Allowed to Vest for Priest Ordination Liturgies?”—UPDATED
A deacon writes: In your diocese, are permanent deacons allowed to vest for priest ordination...
June 11, 2013
A Little Ray of Sunshine for Ya
Back in February, Linda Whitaker posted this video of her parents. It's now gone viral. See it and...
June 11, 2013
2016: Hillary vs. a Catholic?
An interesting observation: Imagine this: It's February 10, 2016 and there is a double-header debate...
June 11, 2013
“Solidarity” and “Encounter” Become Themes in Francis’ Papacy
After mentioning his desire for a "culture of encounter" a few weeks ago—specifically in regard...
June 10, 2013
Ordination Update: 20 New Deacons for Los Angeles
One of the newly ordained, Deacon Jason Schalow, dropped me a note to alert me...
June 10, 2013
Hundreds Turn Out for Deacon Joe Marotta’s Funeral—UPDATED
From the paper in his hometown, Lynchburg, Virginia: Hundreds of people, including dozens of clergy...
June 10, 2013
Home Run: Arizona Diamondbacks Draft Paralyzed Outfielder
Over the weekend, news broke that the Arizona Diamondbacks have done something extraordinary: drafting paralyzed Arizona...
June 10, 2013
Funeral Services for Bishop Joseph Sullivan
From the Diocese of Brooklyn: All services listed below are open to the public. Monday,...
June 10, 2013
A New Trend for “Unplugged” Weddings
From the New York Times: The attendant was stationed at the front door of my...
June 10, 2013
Pope Francis: “Religious Freedom is More Often Declared Than Achieved”
From CNS: Religious freedom is talked about more than it is protected, Pope Francis said....
June 10, 2013
Mark Burnett Plans Follow-up to “The Bible”
What's unclear is if this will be a sequel (though Acts and the journeys of...
June 10, 2013
Evangelicals Gain Clout in Catholic Brazil
Details from Reuters: When televangelist Silas Malafaia gathered 40,000 followers outside Brazil's Congress this week, it wasn't just...
June 10, 2013
Ordination Update: 8 New Deacons in Baton Rouge
A priest in Louisiana writes: Knowing how you like to publicize permanent deacons' ordinations around...
June 10, 2013
Ordination Update: 8 New Deacons in Baton Rouge
A priest in Louisiana writes: Knowing how you like to publicize permanent deacons’ ordinations around...
June 10, 2013
Hundreds Turn Out for Deacon Joe Marotta’s Funeral—UPDATED
From the paper in his hometown, Lynchburg, Virginia: Hundreds of people, including dozens of clergy...
June 10, 2013
Ordination Update: 20 New Deacons for Los Angeles
One of the newly ordained, Deacon Jason Schalow, dropped me a note to alert me...
June 09, 2013
A New Priest Looks Back: “This Year Has Been the Best of My Life…”
My friend and blog neighbor Fr. Michael Duffy marks a milestone: One year ago today...
June 09, 2013
Youngest Victim of Boston Marathon Attack Remembered at Mass
Details: An overflow crowd packed St. Ann Church in Neponset this morning for a celebration...
June 09, 2013
A Visit to “The Great Gatsby’s” Valley of Ashes Today
Anyone who's seen the newest incarnation of "The Great Gatsby" starring Leonardo DiCaprio, or read...
June 09, 2013
St. Ephrem, deacon and writer
Today marks his feast, and deacons (among others) should take note: Born around 306, Saint...
June 08, 2013
Why Do We Need Deacons? Here’s One Answer…
In some rural areas, they comprise a significant part of the clergy population. From the...
June 08, 2013
Homily for June 9, 2013: 10th Sunday in Ordinary Time
[Click here for readings] A few years ago I got an unexpected e-mail from a...
June 08, 2013
Ohio Graduation Speaker Dropped Over Support for Gay Marriage
Details: A local politician says he was asked to step aside as the commencement speaker...
June 08, 2013
Homily for June 9, 2013: 10th Sunday in Ordinary Time
[Click here for readings] A few years ago I got an unexpected e-mail from a...
June 08, 2013
Why Do We Need Deacons? Here’s One Answer…
In some rural areas, they comprise a significant part of the clergy population. From the...
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