Photo Friday: Hear in the silence at Old St. Mary’s
Staff Report “Hear in silence, and for thy reverence good grace shall come to thee.” — Sirach 32:9. On an overcast Wednesday afternoon, a muggy haze surrounded much of Over-the-Rhine, a diverse neighborhood in downtown Cincinnati. A block north, two police cars and a coroner’s unit dealt with their work …
Pope speaks as a pastor in call to protect earth, USCCB president says
By Dennis Sadowski Catholic News Service WASHINGTON — Pope Francis speaks with a pastor’s voice and with deep respect for science in calling the world to address threats to all life on earth through environmental degradation and the mindset of a “throwaway culture” in his encyclical, said the president of the …
Pope Francis blasts abortion, population control in new encyclical
By Elise Harris CNA/EWTN News In his new encyclical on the environment, Pope Francis slams attacks against human life such as abortion, embryonic experimentation and population control – saying that respect for creation and human dignity go hand in hand. The Pope explained that “a sense of deep communion with …
Defining moment: Glossary of terminology used in Laudato Si’
By Cindy Wooden Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — In his brief pontificate, Pope Francis has coined some colorful terms to get his points across, for example, using “bat Christians” to describe those who hide their faith. While the new phrases he uses in his ecology encyclical are not as punchy, …
Archdiocese Catholic Social Action Office director offers first response to Laudato Si
By John Stegeman The Catholic Telegraph Today marked the release of Pope Francis’ encyclical, Laudato Si, or Praised Be to You. The encyclical deals extensively with environmental issues. While The Catholic Telegraph and many world media organizations were just getting a chance to digest the nearly 200-page document, Tony Stieritz, Director …
Laudato Si published, Pope says people silencing creation’s praise
By Cindy Wooden Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — The earth, which was created to support life and give praise to God, is crying out with pain because human activity is destroying it, Pope Francis says in his long-awaited encyclical, “Laudato Si’, on Care for Our Common Home.” All who believe …
Mercy senior values educational opportunities
By Eileen Connelly, OSU The Catholic Telegraph When she receives her diploma at Mother of Mercy High School’s graduation ceremony on June 1, Nancy Nzobigeza’s heart will be filled with the gratitude for the education she has received and determination to help other young woman have the same opportunity she’s …
St. Teresa of Avila, Habitat for Humanity collaborate to rehabilitate home
Staff Report St. Teresa of Avila in Price Hill and Habitat for Humanity of Greater Cincinnati (HFHGC) welcomed members of the community and local dignitaries to the May 30 dedication of a home built for a family in need. The home, located in Westwood, was rehabilitated by more than 200 volunteers …
Alter student a testament to parental love, school support
By John Stegeman The Catholic Telegraph The death of a parent can be a defining moment in a young child’s life, but a tragic circumstance can often become an occasion of God’s grace. Andrew Eisenhauer, one of 167 students graduating from Alter High School this year, experienced the loss of …
Benedict XVI’s summer plans – rare public events and a visit to Castel Gandolfo
By Alan Holdren CNA/EWTN News Benedict XVI’s summer is set to be the most active since he stepped down from the pontificate in 2013, with plans for participation in at least two public events and a two-week stay at the papal summer residence at Castel Gandolfo. “Pope Francis invited Benedict …