Event Alert: Right to Life Mini March for Life set for January 24
If you cannot join the national marchers in Washington, D.C. this year, consider spending an hour in prayer and peaceful protest here at home – on the sidewalk at Planned Parenthood on Auburn Avenue. For those who cannot go all the way to our nation’s capital, this is a wonderful …
Sensory Friendly Masses in the Archdiocese of Cincinnati
Sensory-Friendly Mass is perfect for any person who struggles with the crowds, noise, sights, and smells of the typical liturgy. The sound is softer, the lighting is lower, and there are adaptive Missals available, but the biggest difference is that there isn’t any stigma. Even if you or your child …
God’s word can never be ‘enchained,’ pope says at audience
IMAGE: CNS photo/Paul Haring By Junno Arocho Esteves VATICAN CITY (CNS) — A true apostle is one who continues to be a courageous and joyful evangelizer even in the face of persecution and certain death, Pope Francis said. By choosing to close the Acts of the Apostles not with St. …
Obituary: John Merritt former principal of St. James White Oak
John Edward Merritt, Jr. beloved husband of the late Beverly Roettinger Merritt for 59 years before her passing in January 2014. Devoted father of Jennifer K. (Greg) Duncan, John E. (Jackie) Merritt III, Nicole M. (Jim) Wheeler, Matthew A. Merritt, Christina E. Merritt, Joseph A. Merritt (Shannon) and Patrick D. …
Knights, New York Archdiocese and others providing aid to quake victims
IMAGE: CNS photo/Marco Bello, Reuters By PONCE, Puerto Rico (CNS) — Jose Lebron-Sanabria, a Knight of Columbus and a general insurance agent for the fraternal organization, is coordinating assistance to Puerto Ricans in the aftermath of devastating earthquakes. He led the Knights’ recovery efforts after Hurricane Maria decimated Puerto Rico …
Encore: Catholic schools called ‘essential, integral’ to church’s ministry
IMAGE: CNS photo/Lisa Johnston, St. Louis Review By Sydney Clark WASHINGTON (CNS) — The mission and foundation of Catholic education are directly related to evangelization, said the head of the National Catholic Educational Association. Catholic schools are obligated to evangelize simply because that is the core and mission of the …
Save the Date: 2020 E6 CATHOLIC MEN’S CONFERENCE Armor Up! 2/22/20
All Saints Parish, in association with the Batesville Deanery, is hosting its 5th annual E6 Catholic Men’s Conference on February 22nd, 2020, at the East Central H.S. Performing Arts Center in St. Leon, Indiana, 35 minutes northwest of Cincinnati. The conference will be held from 8:00am to 4:00pm. The conference …
Today’s Video: Hope in the New Year
Father Mike Schmitz takes a look at Hope in the New Year. It’s hard to believe, yet we’re already in the 14th day of 2020. With each new year come new hopes, new plans, and new opportunities. Father Mike points out that this optimism and this “spirit” of New Year’s is …
Maria Stein Shrine to Host St. Dymphna Prayer Service
MARIA STEIN, Ohio (January 6, 2020) – Prayer to ask the help of Saint Dymphna, the patron saint of those suffering from neurological and mental health conditions, will take place on Sunday, January 26, in the Adoration Chapel at Maria Stein. The service begins at 2:00 p.m. It is open …
Will these Louisiana Cajun Catholics become saints? Diocese begins canonization cause
By Mary Farrow Lafayette, La., Jan 14, 2020 / 04:00 am (CNA).- Three Cajun Catholics from the Diocese of Lafayette, Louisiana are on their way to becoming canonized saints after an historic ceremony on Saturday, January 11. During the ceremony, Bishop J. Douglas Deshotel of Lafayette officially opened the causes …
