Trusting Hispanic leaders to be at the helm of major ministerial efforts makes a major difference.
Ministry
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How to achieve parish unity—with the wisdom of community organizing
Opportunities for authentic encounter were much needed in this parish of separate communities.
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What happens when a diocese takes a synodal approach to parish restructuring?
The institutional church is trying to reimagine parish life and make the best use of its resources by consulting both professionals and people in the pews.
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Is the diaconate the best way for the church to recognize the gifts of women?
In a piece published online in America in March, Katie Owens Mulcahy urged the church to “[recognize] the gifts of diaconal women all around us, inviting spirited debate from readers.
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The late Bishop Gumbleton’s reflection on his 94 years of life and ministry
In an essay drawn from his preface to ‘No Guilty Bystander,’ a biography of Bishop Thomas J. Gumbleton, the late peace activist reflects on life lessons and expresses gratitude.
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Good Friday changed St. Veronica. Her example changed my work as a prison chaplain.
During my time as the assistant Catholic chaplain at a state prison, I learned how chaplains must model their ministry to those who are vulnerable in the same spirit as St. Veronica.
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Communion, death and a Last Supper in the NICU on Holy Thursday
For me, Communion is holy and very real, a connection to God and to God’s people. As a hospital chaplain, though, my job is to support the spirituality of patients and families right where they are.
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Many teens feel forced into confirmation. We can still make Jesus real in their lives.
The sacrament of confirmation is the pathway to an adult faith life for young people. As their teachers, it is our job to help today’s confirmation class students meet and love Jesus and live his Gospel. But our job today poses unique challenges.
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Where Have All the Volunteers Gone?: Behind the Decline of After-College Service
Fewer young people are choosing full-time service after college. How will volunteer organizations adapt?
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Women are doing the work of deacons all around us. Let’s recognize them.
What could be possible if the gifts of diaconal women were empowered through ordination?