Archbishop says people returning to confession because of pope
By Cindy Wooden Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY (CNS) — The head of the Vatican office promoting new evangelization said that while he does not like the terms “Francis effect” or “Francis bump,” it is true that “Pope Francis has touched the hearts and minds of many people.” Archbishop Rino …
Philadelphia abortionist convicted of murder, manslaughter
By Catholic News Service PHILADELPHIA (CNS) — Dr. Kermit Gosnell may have been convicted May 13 of murder at his Philadelphia abortion clinic, but “nothing can bring back the innocent children he killed, or make up for the vulnerable women he exploited,” said Archbishop Charles J. Chaput. And, he added, …
Goal to do God’s will leads Bishop to become a priest
From the May 2013 print edition of The Catholic Telegraph By John Stegeman The Catholic Telegraph Deacon Jerome “Jerry” Bishop believes men are still being called by God to the priesthood, just that they’re more reluctant to respond. In the case of his impending ordination, it’s a case of better …
Involvement led Romanello to recognize priestly calling
From the May 2013 print edition of The Catholic Telegraph By John Stegeman The Catholic Telegraph In the minds of many a call to the priestly vocation develops early. The image is of a young boy playing Mass in the backyard, serving at the altar through high school and jumping …
Archbishop Dennis M. Schnurr to ordain two men to the priesthood
Press Release Two men will be ordained Roman Catholic priests for the Archdiocese of Cincinnati by Archbishop Dennis M. Schnurr at the Cathedral of St. Peter in Chains at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 18.
Bulletin: Gosnell found guilty of first-degree murder of 3 babies born alive in late-term abortions
Bulletin from Wire and Broadcast News Sources Wire services and broadcast news sources are reporting that Dr. Kermit Gosnell, a Philadelphia doctor accused of performing illegal, late-term abortions in a filthy clinic has been found guilty of first-degree murder in the deaths of three babies born alive but acquitted in …
Mother of Mercy teacher suspended over abuse allegation from 1970s
By John Stegeman The Catholic Telegraph Mother of Mercy High School, a private all-girls Catholic high school in Westwood, has confirmed the suspension of a female teacher over an abuse allegation from the 1970s.
Tens of thousands march for life in Rome, get acknowledged by pope
By Francis X. Rocca Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY (CNS) — U.S. Cardinal Raymond L. Burke and U.S. pro-life leaders joined tens of thousands of demonstrators in Italy’s third annual March for Life May 12, which ended with a personal greeting from Pope Francis. According to organizers, some 30,000 marched …
Our Lady of Lourdes teacher fired for tying up students with yarn
Staff Report A teacher employed by Our Lady of Lourdes for more than 40 years was let go Thursday for tying up two kindergarten students with yarn.
Roger Bacon staff creates funny ‘Teachers dancing behind students’ video
Staff Report When it comes to being internet savvy and creating viral videos, today’s high school students usually have a leg up on their teachers. The staff at Roger Bacon High School, however, decided to turn the tables on their students with a video titled simply “Teachers Dancing Behind Students.” …
