New Members of Team Saint Paul Prepare to be Sent on Mission

Last updated on: September 23, 2024 at 11:37 am By William Hemsworth

WASHINGTON, DC — Christ told his Apostles to “Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations….” (Matt 28:19) In the Catholic Church this “Great Commission” is the goal of the “New Evangelization,” a movement promulgated by all popes since Paul VI (1963-78). For Catholics serving in the United States Military, that’s where “Team Saint Paul” comes in. His Excellency, the Most Reverend Timothy P. Broglio, J.C.D., Archbishop for the Military Services, USA, created this team of Catholic young adults in 2021. Their mission: to live... Read more

Season 3 of “Catholic Classics” Podcast Coming Soon

Last updated on: September 16, 2024 at 7:04 pm By William Hemsworth

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Exton, PA, August 22, 2024 Beginning on October 1, a 28-day podcast hosted by Fr. Michael-Joseph Paris, O.C.D., and Fr. Jacob Bertrand Janczyk, O.P., will guide Catholics through the beloved autobiography of God’s “Little Flower.” Ascension, the Catholic media company behind the Apple-chart-topping podcast The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)™,has announced a new podcast season for its popular Catholic Classics series. Season 3 of Catholic Classics will launch on October 1, the feast day of one of the best-known Catholic saints: Thérèse of... Read more

Leader’s Inspirational Story of Finding Hope in Community

Last updated on: September 16, 2024 at 5:23 pm By William Hemsworth

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PLANO, Texas, Sept. 12, 2024 — In the new White Chair Film, “Breaking the Surface,” released by global storytelling organization I Am Second, Ministry Leader DJ Hernandez unpacks his story, sharing how his community helped him overcome the internal battle of his life, leading him to discover his true identity and the power of faith-filled friendships. Growing up in Portland, a “very secular city,” DJ Hernandez found himself surrounded by many nonreligious people during his developmental years. Yet, out of his faith-filled... Read more

Memorial Mass for Father Vincent R. Capodanno is Packed

Last updated on: September 10, 2024 at 6:09 pm By William Hemsworth

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WASHINGTON, D.C.— Slain Vietnam War hero, the Servant of God Father Vincent R. Capodanno, MM, CHC, LT, USN (1929-1967), gave witness to the hope of salvation through the Crucifixion and Resurrection of Christ: “We have been bought at the high price of the Blood of the Lamb. Father Capodanno showed that he understood that when he was willing to shed his own blood in service to his Marines.” His Excellency, the Most Reverend Timothy P. Broglio, J.C.D., Archbishop for the Military Services, USA, delivered that message Wednesday... Read more

Co-Sponsored Seminarians Celebrate Labor Day Weekend in DC

Last updated on: September 10, 2024 at 5:59 pm By William Hemsworth

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WASHINGTON, DC — Labor Day Weekend is always a time of celebration for the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA (AMS). Each year, Archbishop Timothy P. Broglio hosts a three-day gathering of future U.S. Military chaplains at the Edwin Cardinal O’Brien Pastoral Center in the Nation’s Capital. This year, more than 30 prospective chaplains from seminaries throughout the United States took part in the Aug. 30-Sept. 1 weekend of prayer, fraternity, and dialogue. Under the spiritual guidance of AMS Vocations Director Father Marcel Taillon, all are enrolled in the Co-Sponsored... Read more

Explore Synodality in the 21st Century Church with CTU

Last updated on: September 10, 2024 at 5:50 pm By William Hemsworth

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Chicago, IL – September 3, 2024 – Catholic Theological Union (CTU) is pleased to announce a special multi-day event, the “Weekend of Synodality,”on Friday, September 13, and Saturday, September 14. This event is open to the public and offers a unique opportunity to engage with the concept of synodality, which Pope Francis has identified as a critical expectation for the Church in the 21st century. The event will kick off on Friday evening with an insightful lecture by Professor Amanda Osheim of Loras College, who will discuss... Read more

Back-to-School Brings 10 Prospective Catholic Chaplains

Last updated on: August 30, 2024 at 6:08 pm By William Hemsworth

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WASHINGTON, DC — Back-to-school season brings new hope of relief for a severe Catholic chaplain shortage in the U.S. Military. Among the several hundred prospective priests entering American Catholic seminaries for the first time this fall, at least 10 plan to go on active duty as chaplains after ordination. The U.S. Military is in desperate need of their services. Currently, 25% of the U.S. Armed Forces is Catholic, but Catholic priests make up only 7% of chaplains. At present, 196 priests are on active... Read more

Archbishop Broglio to Celebrate Mass for Father Capodanno

Last updated on: August 13, 2024 at 5:52 pm By William Hemsworth

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WASHINGTON, DC— The annual Memorial Mass for Father Vincent R. Capodanno, MM, Servant of God, will take place at 6:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2024, in the Crypt Church of the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, 400 Michigan Avenue, Northeast, Washington, DC. His Excellency, the Most Reverend Timothy P. Broglio, J.C.D., Archbishop for the Military Services, USA, will be the principal celebrant and homilist. Archbishop Broglio celebrates this special Mass each year for the repose of Father Capodanno, killed in Vietnam... Read more

The Shocking Truth About Art and Faith You Need to Know

Last updated on: July 28, 2024 at 4:31 pm By William Hemsworth

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I recently had the opportunity to sit down with Mark and Nicole Thomason. They are Catholic artists in Colorado, and we discuss the artistic process, why art matters, AI, evangelization, and so much more. I highly recommend that you check out this conversation and check out their website at www.thomasonart.com. About Mark (From his website) Mark Thomason has been a professional artist for over 25 years. He earned his BFA from Metro State University (MSU), Denver, CO and a Master... Read more

Generous Benefactors Contribute Over $100,000 to Set Record

Last updated on: July 27, 2024 at 4:06 pm By William Hemsworth

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WASHINGTON, DC — This year, for the first time ever, the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA (AMS), has raised more than $100,000 in its annual AMS Day of Giving campaign. The funds, donated by hundreds of generous benefactors over the past week, will support Team Saint Paul (TSP)—a steadily growing apostolate of the AMS, and committed to a common purpose: to accompany young adults in the U.S. Military by forming authentic relationships on the installations where they serve, leading to genuine discipleship with... Read more