Sanders says his invitation to Vatican wasn’t political endorsement
IMAGE: CNS/Paul Haring By Carol Glatz VATICAN CITY (CNS) — U.S. presidential candidate Bernie Sanders said attending a Vatican conference on Catholic social teaching did not represent a political endorsement of his run for higher office. When asked about the controversy surrounding the invitation during a presidential campaign cycle and …
Nigerian bishops urge government to hasten effort to free abductees
IMAGE: CNS photo/EPA By LAGOS, Nigeria (CNS) — Two Nigerian bishops called on the government to hasten its efforts to free 219 school girls who were abducted by insurgents two years ago. Bishops Matthew Audu of Lafia and George Dodo of Zaria urged officials to boost intelligence gathering efforts and …
Local deacon pens book geared toward strengthening men’s faith
Some men who claim Catholicism are marginal in living their faith. Those might include men who attend Mass solely at the behest of their spouse, or only on Christmas or Easter. Deacon David Profitt, director of the diaconate program for the Archdiocese of Cincinnati, noticed there is little in on …
News from Badin, Lehman Catholic, Mercy, McAuley and Ursuline Academy
Badin High School senior Morgan Deitschel is a finalist for the “Straight A” Scholarship, sponsored by the Anthony Munoz Foundation. “I was very surprised by this,” said Deitschel, a Fairfield resident and the daughter of Charles Deitschel and the late Diane Deitschel. “My counselor, Mrs. (Angie) Bucheit, nominated me and …
Stigma, lack of health care, fake drugs impeding HIV fight, speakers say
By Carol Glatz VATICAN CITY (CNS) — The fight against HIV/AIDS is being hampered by continued stigma against those who are infected, a lack of access to appropriate medical care and fake antiretroviral drugs pedaled on the black market, said activists taking part in a Caritas Internationalis conference. Caritas brought …
Life-supporting benefit society now open to all Christians
Sponsored Content The First Catholic Slovak Ladies Association (FCSLA) was founded in 1892 and is one of the largest fraternal insurance benefit societies whose membership is comprised of Catholic & Slavic Members. The organization has recently opened its doors to all Christians. FCSLA’s 411 branches across the United States support the cause …
Trip to Greece is humanitarian, not political, Vatican spokesman says
IMAGE: CNS photo/Alkis Konstantinidis, Reuters By Cindy Wooden VATICAN CITY (CNS) — In a “humanitarian and ecumenical gesture,” not a political one, Pope Francis was to join Orthodox leaders in personally meeting with hundreds of refugees and migrants stranded in Greece, the Vatican spokesman said. Releasing the detailed schedule for …
Selfless witness is needed in culture hostile to the Gospel, pope says
By Junno Arocho Esteves VATICAN CITY (CNS) — The courageous witness of those who have given their life for the Gospel is needed in a world that is often antagonistic toward its message, Pope Francis said. “We too are living in a time of martyrdom, and in the midst of …
Throwback Thursday: Festivals a mark of faith and fun
The Catholic Telegraph is just two weeks away from releasing the 2016 Festival Guide and today’s #ThrowbackThursday photo encapsulates the spirit of Catholic church festivals. A young boy and girl are shown enjoying a ride on a “scrambler” ride in the forefront. A ferris wheel and carousel are clearly seen …
La Salle Update: Principal contract decision came from school board
Interim Superintendent of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati Susan Gibbons announced Friday that La Salle High School Principal Thomas Luebbe would not be offered a contract for next school year. Stacy Papke was named an interim principal on Monday, replacing Luebbe immediately. Seeking to clarify confusion over the news, the La Salle High School Board of …
