Many Catholics have found themselves connected to parish communities in ways that previously were impossible.
Liturgy
Posted inFaith, Interviews
Should the Catholic Church have an African-American rite? This Black Catholic convert thinks so.
After growing up Baptist, Nate Tinner-Williams became a Roman Catholic in December 2019. Now, after a move to New Orleans, he is planning to enter the seminary of the Josephites.
Posted inFaith, News
Wording change from ‘one God, for ever and ever’ to ‘God, for ever and ever,’ takes effect
A change in wording to the concluding doxology of orations in the Roman Missal, from “one God, for ever and ever” to “God, for ever and ever,” took effect on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 17.
Posted inFaith, Last Take
My parish is my home. I won’t let one homily that I didn’t like drive me away.
In the past, one “discordant” homily could make me consider finding another parish. Now, I can ponder, discern and pray instead of feeling the urge to assert, fight and win.
Posted inFaith, News
Vatican celebrates funeral for man who used to live on streets nearby
The funeral was celebrated the day after Pope Francis publicly mourned the death of Edwin, a Nigerian who had been sleeping near St. Peter’s Square, and whose death was attributed to Rome’s overnight cold temperatures.
Posted inExplainer, Faith
Explainer: The history of women lectors and altar servers—and what Pope Francis has changed
Women have served as lectors and acolytes for decades. Now Pope Francis has changed canon law to formally recognize their ministry.
Posted inFaith, Faith in Focus
So you’re about to watch a livestream Mass with a toddler
I commend you. I sympathize. I need your advice.
Posted inFaith, News
U.S. bishops’ doctrine committee sets new standards for evaluating and improving hymns
The U.S. bishops’ doctrine committee in a forthcoming report suggests guidelines for bishops in evaluating hymn lyrics and for selecting hymnals being considered for use in churches.
Posted inPolitics & Society, Short Take
The boy who assaulted me watched porn since he was 7. Can the Eucharist help us fight this evil?
Websites like Pornhub teach us to satisfy desires at any cost to ourselves or others, writes Ashleen Menchaca-Bagnulo. But we can find our way out of this dark place through the eucharist.
Posted inFaith, Short Take
The Supreme Court ruled you have the right to worship in person. That doesn’t mean you should.
All people have a moral obligation to their neighbors to practice social distancing, wear masks and avoid large gatherings. Christians, of all people, should recognize and respect that obligation.