Bishop McElroy said that Catholics must embrace “the virtues of solidarity, compassion, integrity, hope and peace-building.”
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Posted inDispatches, Faith
Infographic: Few Hispanics among men to be ordained as priests in 2018
New data shows the average age of a new priest at 33; the most common countries for foreign-born ordinands are Mexico, Vietnam, the Philippines and Colombia.
Posted inFaith, The Word
How can we help others experience God’s presence?
We who know Christ must, like Peter, help others understand their experience.
Posted inFaith, The Word
How can you be a sign of Christ for others?
Jesus still stands at the Father’s right hand, guiding the Christian community and empowering it with the Spirit.
Posted inFaith, Features
My friend’s diagnosis of cystic fibrosis has powerfully influenced her life—and mine.
In the end, our medical and reproductive choices are not simply private and personal. They do not affect only ourselves.
Posted inFaith, Faith in Focus
Rejoice and Be Glad!
“Rejoice and be glad!” is what Jesus said on the Sermon on the Mount. It is also the title of Pope Francis’ new apostolic exhortation on holiness in everyday life.
Posted inEditorials, Faith
Holiness isn’t out of reach
The exhortation is, above all, a practical guide.
Posted inFaith, Faith in Focus
Finding Courage as a same-sex attracted, Catholic man
I see myself as a beloved son of the Father, one who happens to be attracted to men.
Posted inFaith, Faith in Focus
Was Pope Francis right to tell a child his atheist dad may be in heaven?
Francis showed us how to risk simply embracing the hurting world. No explaining, just loving.
Posted inFaith, News
In Henan, Chinese Catholics warned to follow rules on religious affairs
A clampdown on religious freedom has intensified in the province in recent months.