Out: KC replaces vicar who oversaw clergy abuse charges

Last updated on: September 30, 2016 at 5:40 pm By Deacon Greg Kandra

This item moved while I was out of town, but it’s a significant step, involving a priest at the center of the Kansas City sex abuse crisis who himself was once accused of abuse: The vicar general for the Catholic Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph no longer will oversee sexual-abuse allegations against priests, the diocese announced Wednesday. Monsignor Robert Murphy, who has come under fire for his handling of a priest recently charged with possessing child pornography, will be replaced... Read more

Homily for June 26, 2011: Corpus Christi

Last updated on: September 30, 2016 at 5:40 pm By Deacon Greg Kandra

On Palm Sunday, a woman approached me between masses with an unusual question. “Excuse me,” she said, “but do you mind if I kneel when I receive communion?” I was in a hurry, and a little surprised at the question. But I quickly told her no, that wasn’t a problem, and she thanked me. And sure enough, when she came up to me at communion time, she knelt to receive the Body of Christ. It wasn’t until later, after posting... Read more

Kudos! — UPDATED

Last updated on: September 30, 2016 at 5:40 pm By Deacon Greg Kandra

“These are untold stories, rich with the sort of confluence of religion, history, culture and nationalism that reveal true complexity. The writing pulls from multiple sources in ways that allow us to feel as if we’re not seeing a single tile in a great mosaic, but the entire mosaic itself. These are a triumph of scope and sound editorial decision-making. And I found myself surprised by the stories told in every piece.” — Judges at the Catholic Press Awards last... Read more

Quote of the day

Last updated on: September 30, 2016 at 5:40 pm By Deacon Greg Kandra

“Governor Andrew Cuomo and the state legislature have deconstructed the single most important institution in human history. Republicans and Democrats alike succumbed to powerful political elites and have passed legislation that will undermine our families and as a consequence, our society… …I have asked all Catholic schools to refuse any distinction or honors bestowed upon them this year by the governor or any member of the legislature who voted to support this legislation. Furthermore, I have asked all pastors and... Read more

Conventional wisdom

Last updated on: September 30, 2016 at 5:40 pm By Deacon Greg Kandra

Well, actually, I have no wisdom. But I have pens. Every booth here is giving away free pens. Which is appropriate, since the Catholic Media Convention is in Pen-nsylvania. Heh. The days here in Pittsburgh have been more crowded than I anticipated. I’ve fallen behind on blogging — but have had wonderful opportunities to spend quality time with some of the fine folks from Our Sunday Visitor, the National Catholic Register, Magnificat and bunch of writers and editors from some... Read more

Hittin' the trail

Last updated on: September 30, 2016 at 5:40 pm By Deacon Greg Kandra

I’m headed to Pittsburgh this morning for this little event. Blogging may be spotty, but I’ll try to keep an eye on comments and news from the business center at my hotel. If I spot any celebrities — like, maybe, this gal — I’ll let you know. Read more

Ordination update: 8 new deacons in Worcester

Last updated on: June 22, 2011 at 6:55 am By Deacon Greg Kandra

Great news from the great state of Massachusetts: Three bishops welcomed the diocese’s eight new permanent deacons into the Order of Deacon Saturday at their ordination Mass at St. Paul Cathedral. Bishop McManus was presider. Retired Bishop Reilly and Bishop Julio Cesar Corniel Amaro, of the Diocese of Puerto Plata in the Dominican Republic, were among several concelebrating clergy. The men ordained deacons were: Malcolm S. Colgate, 53; Robert S. Connor Jr., 49; Paul J. Dacri, 57; Kevin J. Deignan,... Read more

"Fr. Corapi, you are a priest forever…"

Last updated on: September 30, 2016 at 5:43 pm By Deacon Greg Kandra

That’s just the beginning of this extraordinary taped message, posted by four men who say their lives were changed by him. I’ve written more about Corapi and his priesthood right here — wondering, among other things, why the sacraments were such an insignificant part of his vocation. Could that have been part of the problem? Read more

Ordination update: 8 new deacons in Worcester

Last updated on: March 13, 2015 at 5:26 pm By Deacon Greg Kandra

The new Vatican website, explained

Last updated on: September 30, 2016 at 5:43 pm By Deacon Greg Kandra

H/T to web wizard Deacon Eric Stoltz. Click to enlarge. Read more