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A new walking pilgrimage culture?

In March 2017, Will Peterson and his friend David Cable stepped out of Peterson's front door in Lexington, Kentucky, to begin a pilgrimage. Their destination was the Trappist Abbey of Gethsemani, some 70 miles away.

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Can Irish arts and culture foster Catholic renewal?

The arrival of St. Patrick's Day always spotlights Irish culture, music, dance and language. Catholics, too, are involved in Irish cultural efforts on both sides of the Atlantic, and some say Irish culture continues to be a foundation for Catholic evangelization amid the trappings of secular celebration.

Bishop Izen on recreation through the sacrament of reconciliation

Catholics frequently associate the sacrament of reconciliation with Good Friday — the day when Christ died for the sins of the world.

Catholic Sports Association celebrates 75 years helping kids participate in sports

It can be difficult for small Catholic schools to organize athletic programs that involve competitions and tournaments with other schools.

Washington Roundup: House OKs TikTok bill; Biden, Trump become presumptive nominees

The House March 13 passed a bill that could lead to a nationwide ban of the social media platform TikTok over its ties to China and lawmakers' concerns about spyware, unless that platform's parent company, ByteDance, divests.

A new walking pilgrimage culture?

In March 2017, Will Peterson and his friend David Cable stepped out of Peterson's front door in Lexington, Kentucky, to begin a pilgrimage. Their destination was the Trappist Abbey of Gethsemani, some 70 miles away.

Archdiocesan men’s conference ‘a launching point’ for change, says speaker

March 23, the Catholic Watchmen of the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis will lead a conference titled “Men of Christ Rising Daily in Discipleship.”

‘Sober St. Patrick’s Day’ a ‘rip-roaring’ way to revere Ireland’s beloved saint

Back in 2011, Bill Reilly was "feeling very proud" of his Irish roots while attending New York City's iconic St. Patrick's Day Parade.

Experts: Historic rise of ‘never-marrieds’ calls Church to act on marriage’s ‘three-alarm fire’

A recently released study from the Institute for Family Studies, a Charlottesville, Virginia-based think tank dedicated to strengthening marriage and family life, reveals that a record number of young adults are predicted to never marry.

People touched by adoption look to St. Joseph in national novena

Those whose lives have been touched by adoption are turning in prayer to St. Joseph, entrusting their hopes to him as part of an annual novena.

Papal commission to submit first safeguarding report, launches study group

The pope's commission for advancing the Catholic Church's efforts to prevent the abuse of vulnerable persons is due to submit its first annual report on the state of safeguarding in the Church.

Why I am Catholic — Sandy Cortez

The Catholic faith, deeply intertwined with my Latino background and influenced by the experiences of my immigrant parents, has provided me with a sense of purpose, community and spiritual fulfillment that has enriched every aspect of my life.

The Stations of the Cross help us make sense of suffering

Christians know the life of a disciple will not be easy. Christ did not mince words about this -- telling his disciples they must take on life's sufferings as in the form of capital punishment that would later be used to take his life: "If anyone wishes to come after me, he must deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me" (Lk 9:23).

Bishops meet with lawmakers, advocate for the common good

With the Minnesota Legislature midway through its 2024 legislative session and deciding what bills to advance, the state’s Catholic bishops are urging lawmakers to support legislation that serves the common good, protects religious liberty and strengthens families.

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