Jesus’ mercy extends to even the greatest of sinners, pope says
IMAGE: CNS/Paul Haring By Junno Arocho Esteves VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Jesus’ loving gaze of tenderness and mercy extends to all who seek forgiveness no matter how great or small their sins may be, Pope Francis said. While many often feel “cast aside” because of their sins, Jesus offers encouragement …
Pope establishes new office for promoting integral human development
By Junno Arocho Esteves VATICAN CITY (CNS) — To promote Catholic social teaching and ensure appropriate assistance to vulnerable people — especially victims of war, refugees and the sick — Pope Francis has established a new office combining the responsibilities of four pontifical councils. In an apostolic letter given “motu …
When tragedy strikes, don’t turn God into a scapegoat, bishop says
By Carol Glatz VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Do not turn to superstition or blame God in the aftermath of a deadly tragedy, the bishop of Rieti told people mourning the deaths of those killed by the devastating earthquake that struck central Italy. God is humanity’s salvation and he “cannot be …
Celebrating the canonization of Mother Teresa of Kolcata
In the Archdiocese of Cincinnati, to mark the canonization of Blessed Mother Teresa, after whom Mother Teresa Catholic Elementary School (MTCES) was named, the school is hosting a canonization celebration on Sept. 4 from 11:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m. The event will begin with Mass celebrated by Archbishop Dennis M. Schnurr at …
Murdered nuns recalled for their generosity, service in Mississippi
By Maureen Smith Catholic News Service JACKSON, Miss. (CNS) — The deaths of Sister Margaret Held and Sister Paula Merrill demand justice, but not revenge, Franciscan Father Greg Plata said during a memorial Mass for the women religious in the Cathedral of St. Peter the Apostle. “I truly believe with …
Missionaries of Charity Fathers find forgotten corners of Tijuana
IMAGE: CNS photo/David Maung By Brooke Binkowski TIJUANA, Mexico (CNS) — The men trudged down the dusty road of an impoverished Tijuana neighborhood. The Sunday morning air was already arid and hot, but the small group was on a mission: They were heading to a tiny neighborhood community center, bearing …
Mount Notre Dame High School welcomed Rachael Adams Bronze Medalist
Mount Notre Dame High School was proud to welcome home Rachael Adams ’08 (and her 2016 Olympic Bronze Medal) on August 29, 2016! Rachael was gracious enough to share her journey and experiences with the Mount Notre Dame community. Mount Notre Dame declared August 29th as Rachael Adams Day! Rachel …
Pope meets with Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg
IMAGE: CNS/L’Osservatore Romano By Junno Arocho Esteves VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Continuing his dialogue with leaders in the world of social media and technology, Pope Francis met with Facebook founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg. Zuckerberg and his wife, Priscilla Chan, met the pope Aug. 29 in the Domus Sanctae Marthae, …
Pope tells quake survivors he will visit them ‘as soon as possible’
IMAGE: CNS photo/Ciro De Luca, Reuters By Carol Glatz VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Francis said he wants to visit survivors and those affected by a deadly earthquake in central Italy as soon as possible. He wants to go to the ravaged area to “bring you personally the solace of …
Pope leads 11,000 pilgrims praying rosary for quake victims
IMAGE: CNS photo/L’Osservatore Romano via EPA By Cindy Wooden VATICAN CITY (CNS) — After a strong earthquake struck central Italy and with the early news reporting many deaths and serious damage, Pope Francis turned his weekly general audience Aug. 24 into a prayer service. While the pope and some 11,000 …
