St Paul-Minneapolis archbishop prays for peace, caution after Daunte Wright shooting
St. Paul, Minn., Apr 12, 2021 / 17:09 pm America/Denver (CNA). On Monday, Archbishop Bernard Hebda of Saint Paul and Minneapolis prayed for all parties involved in the police shooting of Daunte Wright. “I have been praying for [Wright’s] eternal repose, for his family and for all those who loved …
Update on COVID-19 Vaccines
On April 12, Archbishop Schnurr sent the following letter to priests and deacons of the archdiocese. April 12, 2021 Dear Brothers in Holy Orders, On December 3, 2020, I wrote to you outlining some of the most importanModerna Vacct principles regarding the application of the Church’s moral teaching to the …
Priest Personnel Assignments
Effective January 13, 2021 • Reverend John Tonkin, Parochial Administrator of Dayton Pastoral Region XII, which includes, St. Peter, Huber Heights, St. Adalbert, Holy Cross, and Our Lady of the Rosary, Dayton, while continuing as Pastor of St. Christopher, Vandalia, and St. John the Baptist, Tipp City. Effective February 1, …
As St. Vincent volcano erupts, Catholics ask for prayers
Denver Newsroom, Apr 11, 2021 / 11:50 am America/Denver (CNA). A major volcanic eruption in the Eastern Caribbean has prompted thousands to evacuate parts of the main island of St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Catholics are asking for prayers and for assistance. “While we continue to pray for our nation …
Colorado bishops to restore Sunday Mass obligation on Pentecost
CNA Staff, Apr 11, 2021 / 16:50 pm America/Denver (CNA). The Sunday Mass obligation will be restored for Catholics in the state of Colorado next month, unless sickness or another grave reason prevents them from being able to attend Mass. A joint statement from the bishops of Denver, Colorado Springs, …
Vatican summit on ‘theology of the priesthood’ will look at questions raised in recent synods
by Courtney Mares Vatican City, Apr 12, 2021 / 07:00 am America/Denver (CNA). Cardinal Marc Ouellet announced Monday that the Vatican will host a theological symposium on the priesthood that will touch on questions raised in recent synods, including priestly celibacy, dwindling vocations, and the role of women in the …
Pope Francis: Christ’s wounds shower ‘mercy upon our misery’
by Hannah Brockhaus Vatican City, Apr 11, 2021 / 05:48 am America/Denver (CNA). At every Mass we adore and kiss Christ’s wounded and risen body in the Eucharist, a channel of his mercy, Pope Francis said on Divine Mercy Sunday. Offering Mass at the Church of Santo Spirito in Sassia …
Upon Friar Review: Wedding Fails
It’s wedding season, which means proposals, marriage prep, and wildly “creative” celebrations. Father Casey and Father Patrick react to some of the “best” ones online and offer their own advice.
When You Have to Go It Alone: Jesus vs. Judas
The Wednesday of Holy Week is known to many as “Spy Wednesday”, but it’s also known as the “Day of Aloneness.” The backstory behind this moniker can have a profound impact on the way we live our lives.
Pope Francis sends condolences to Queen Elizabeth for death of Prince Philip
by Hannah Brockhaus Vatican City, Apr 10, 2021 / 05:30 am America/Denver (CNA). Pope Francis on Saturday expressed his sorrow at the death of Prince Philip in a letter to Queen Elizabeth II, his wife of 73 years. “Saddened to learn of the death of your husband Prince Philip, Duke …
