Founded as the first Cincinnati Catholic parish in 1819, this faith community has grown under various religious patrons, in two different locations, and in several sacred buildings. Today, St. Francis Xavier parish is a legacy of those first community of Catholic believers, now sponsored by the Jesuits (Society of Jesus) …

Groundbreaking took place October 26 on the new St. Vincent de Paul Center in Cincinnati. For information, check out the video

The first Marian apparition in history appeared to Saint James the Apostle, the brother of Saint John the Evangelist, on the bank of the river Ebro in Saragossa, Spain. Unlike every other recorded apparition, this one took place during the earthly life of the Mother of God. According to tradition, …

On Saturday August 11, Bishop Joseph Binzer said Mass at the Our Lady of Fatima Shrine in Russells Point on the shore of Indian Lake. Here’s a look at the day in pictures:   “O My Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of Hell and lead …

“I don’t want to live my life any other way” By Eileen Connelly, OSU This story originally appeared in our May 2018 print edition; a previous version was published online at Easter. Thirteen incarcerated women and men experienced the sense of hope and promise of new life that accompanies this …

Nine men, the largest group in 38 years, were ordained transitional deacons at the Cathedral of St. Peter in Chains April 28. Bishop Joseph R. Binzer celebrated the Mass and ordained the men in ancient ceremony that includes an oath of obedience; presenting each man with a deacon’s vestment and …

A Mass was held for the anniversary of the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at the Church of the Resurrection in Bond Hill. Bishop Joseph Binzer celebrated the Mass. For the story in pictures, click the video below:

A beautiful morning greeted the pilgrims as they made their way to the Cathedral of St. Peter in Chains in Cincinnati. The faithful filled this sacred structure, resplendent with the angelic voices of the Choir of St. Peter in Chains Cathedral, the powerful music by Cincinnati Brassworks and Chamber Orchestra …

The archdiocese will mark the 50th World Day of Peace Jan. 1, the Solemnity of Mary the Holy Mother of God, with two special Masses. Archbishop Dennis M. Schnurr will celebrate Mass at the Cathedral of St. Peter in Chains in downtown Cincinnati. Auxiliary Bishop Joseph R. Binzer will preside …

The Catholic Conference of Ohio has released the following statement concerning the historic decision delivered by the U.S. Supreme Court Friday morning. “Today the United States Supreme Court released its ruling that states are required to license a marriage between two people of the same sex.  This is not the ruling …