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Polish Family Murdered by Nazis Are Martyrs
The Church confirms that the murder of a Polish family that tried to hide Jewish neighbors from the Nazis qualifies as martyrdom.
The Beatitudes: A Maryknoll Reflection
By Gabe Hurrish Sunday, January 29, 2023Zephaniah 2:3; 3:12-13 | 1 Corinthians 1:26-31 | Matthew...
Catholics Organize against Human Trafficking
During the month of January, Catholics across the U.S. raise awareness about the problem of human trafficking.
New Refugee Sponsorship Program is Launched
While applauding a private sponsorship program for refugees vi the Welcome Corps, U.S. Catholic organizations also raise potential concerns.
Pope, Bishops Call for Peace in Peru
Pope Francis and Peru’s bishops urge the immediate restoration of peace after more than 50 lives are lost due to political violence.
Myanmar Church Leaders Issue Letter Condemning Attacks
The cardinal and two archbishops of Myanmar send an open letter calling for protection after another church bombing last week.
Mission on the Margins: A Maryknoll Reflection
As she reflects on the Mass readings for the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time, a Maryknoll sister recalls serving at the U.S./Mexico border.
Pope, Buddhists Discuss Care for Planet
Receiving a delegation of Buddhist monks from Cambodia, Pope Francis said that interreligious dialogue can promote care of creation.
Biden Plan ‘Unworkable’ for Florida’s Boat Refugees, Archbishop Says
Biden’s plan to address the surge of asylum-seekers “doesn’t address the problem of people coming by boats,” Miami’s archbishop says.
Catholic Priest Killed in Nigeria; Other Christians Killed in Congo
A priest’s death and the wounding of another is the latest attack in Nigeria's predominantly...
Second Sunday in Ordinary Time
Veronica Schweyen, M.M. Sunday, January 15, 2023Is 49:3, 5-6 | 1 Cor 1:1-3 | Jn 1:29-34This...
Evangelization Is the ‘Oxygen’ of Christian Life, Pope Says
Pope Francis begins a new series of catechesis in his weekly audiences focused on evangelization and apostolic zeal.
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