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Where is the center of Catholic America?
Father Benedict Groeschel's reflections.
Spouses of Catholic public-safety personnel rely on their faith to cope with life amid ever-present dangers.
Father Benedict Groeschel's reflections
Background information on the Scripture readings for September 16, 2007.
Our Sunday Visitor Newsweekly brief on our volunteer laborers are still needed to clean up after Hurricane Katrina.
Summer reading selections that will make a difference in your life.
A look at the best practices it the U.S. Catholic Church in the areas of management, finance and human resources.
Our Sunday Visitor newspaper article by Russell Shaw on how U.S. prelates are streamlining their conference and cutting costs
Our Sunday Visitor Newsweekly Our Takes brief on the abuse scandal in the Boy Scouts of America
Archbiship Timothy Dolan writes how our love, charity and solicitude should reach beyond our own backyards.
When the Bishop calls to tell you that you are being transferred, you may began to go through what every person who has ever lost anyone they have loved in their lives goes through, a grieving process.
In an OSV interview, Father James Schall of Georgetown University discusses the upspring and success of newer Catholic colleges that emphasize a classical liberal-arts education.
Two of the most frequent questions we hear from the wives of men who are considering a diaconate vocation is, ''What is the role of the wife of a deacon? What is expected of me?''
A text-sensitive reflection for priests on the ''Seven Last Words.''
This column continues our look at the section of the National Directory for the Formation, Ministry and Life of Permanent Deacons in the United States (2004) which deals specifically with the relationship of priests and deacons.
Background information on the Scripture readings for September 23, 2007.
Catholic teaching underlines that there is need to distinguish between the quality of life and the dignity of human life.
Tax rules governing traditional 403(B) retirement plans and Roth 403(B) retirement plans for priests.
Three experiences of evangelization, some older and traditional, some newer and innovative used to spread the Good News.
Why wasn't the Assumption defined before 1950?
Is lack of money the greatest challenge facing the Church today?
Father Benedict Groeschel's reflections.
Our Sunday Visitor Newsweekly guest column by Russell Shaw, who states that both official snooping and privacy rights must be governed by the common good.
Should clergy be held liable for providing pastoral care when their efforts apparently fail to help troubled church members?
This column continues our series on the relationship of priests and deacons presented in the National Directory for the Formation, Ministry and Life of Permanent Deacons in the United States (2005).
Reflections on Sacramentum Caritatis by Most Rev. Donald W. Wuerl.
Who is a theologian? What is the work of a theologian? To be sure, the answers overlap, but addressing them separately helps to clarify our understanding of the theologian and his work.
This column addresses the deacon in ministries which transcend the parameters of the parish itself.
There is a deep desire in pastors to stay intimately in touch with the mystery of Christ through an interior life. How should we understand the contemplative life for a pastor, and what personal obstacles need to be surmounted before a steady commitment to such prayer can be maintained?
Discussion of Church's influences on politics gears up with the 2008 run for U.S. president.
Woodeene Koenig-Bricker There's a website for just about all things Catholic, from Mass times around the globe to the pope's fan club
This article has free access. By Woodeene Koenig-Bricker. There's a website for just about all things Catholic, from Mass times around the globe to the pope's fan club
A discussion of Pope Benedict XIV's address at Regensburg and the misunderstanding it created in the Islamic world.
Priestalk by Msgr. William Belford,
Oftentimes a pastor would like to demonstrate his appreciation for the work of an employee in a monetary way. In general, such payments to employees represent taxable earnings subject to withholding.
Don Pino joins the thousands of Christians martyred in the 20th century. They took Christ seriously. Most are nameless. One body counter notes there were more such martyrs in the 20th century than in the first 19 centuries of the Church.
The Letter to the Hebrews has a distinctive way of describing how God chose to redeem us: ''[I]t was fitting that [God] . . . in bringing many children to glory, should make the leader to their salvation perfect through suffering'' (Heb 2:10).
''How do we develop among ourselves as bishops, priests, deacons, seminarians and lay people a spirituality of giving which offers a biblical concept of stewardship?''
Eucharistic adoration as 'Center of the Church' disputed
Our Sunday Visitor Newsweekly column by Carlos Briceno on Vatican Radio
The repaired and renovated St. Anthony Cathedral basilica in Beaumont, Texas, should please those who favor older church structures and worship services as well as those who prefer current church buildings and liturgical celebrations.
Stories of religious vocations and familial love are among the latest offerings.
Money is the largest reason for a continuing decline in U.S. parochial-school enrollments.
Archbishop Charles Chaput of Denver writes of how teaching the Catholic faith and love of Jesus is at the heart of Catholic education.
While many dioceses are closing or clustering parishes, the author was given the privilege to found a St. Francis of Assisi Parish in Nixa, Missouri in 2004.
Decorating committees, Henry Hyde and the Church as "Organ."
A round-up of short articles of interest to ministers and parishes by William Belford.
A round-up of short articles of interest to ministers and parishes by William Belford.
Reflections of a former priest on his marriage, reconversion and return to the Faith, with an exhortation to pray for others in similar circumstances.
Pope Benedict differs from his predecessor in his perspective on Catholic-Islamic relations.
A riddle for priests: What looks like English? What sounds like English? And doesn't make any sense? The answer: Chancerese, an arcane language spoken and written by inhabitants of chancery offices in the Americas.
Podcasting, dubbed 'the new medium for the new evangelization,' is catching on rapidly as a teaching and evangelizing tool for the faith.
University of Notre Dame pioneers a unique program that is aimed at viewing sports as a ministry and as an opportunity to foster virtue.
One reason that priests can experience loneliness is because at times the quiet that we are afforded is not used for personal renewal. Tips on how to use the quiet more effectively.
Catholic media convocation was a moment to celebrate the wonder of the sacraments
By William Yallaly. As the Church in the United States continues to try to protect children, others see it's not just a Catholic thing.
Gerry Korson's Openers column. He writes of how to treat the homeless with Christian love and common sense.
Editor Gerald Korson's weekly column, this week forcusing on the lessons of 9/11
If you were born into the faith, then you know there is no such thing as a 'former Catholic.'
Every U.S. Catholic hospital has a wonderful story, including one in Honolulu, Hawaii.
Individual donations of $250 or more need to be listed spearately on the tax receipt...
Catholic leaders played a pivotal role in swaying the state's legislators on the life issue.
Controversies continue as support grows for funding efforts not sanctioned by government. By Stephen James.
Read the story of her journey from being a heavy drinker to the mother of one of the world's greatest saints.
A loving father is essential if a man is to become an emotionally and spiritually healthy priest.
Single Catholic ladies, we're out here!
Our Sunday Visitor readers write in and sound off.
Our Sunday Visitor Newsweekly Letters to the Editor
Letters to the Editor
This article has free access for all visitors. The publication of Jesus of Nazareth by Pope Benedict XVI has been gratefully and enthusiastically received by many thoughtful people who love the Bible and find it an essential source of the Christian life
Since both Islam and Christianity have their roots in Abrahamic religion, the argument is often made that this common root of Abraham makes them similar. Nothing could be further from the truth. The differences between the two faiths are so profound that merely coming from the same root does not in any way make them similar.
Free to registered users. An examination of the growth of international priests in the United States and their impact on parishes.
Noted apologist Scott Hahn discusses his feelings when he attended his first Mass.
Student's Catholic faith helps them carry out Jesus' teaching on how to live as a Christian.
The country with the world's largest Catholic population is experiencing a rapid decline in Catholic identity. Will the pope's visit turn things around?
Catholic organizations among those voicing need for accessible medical coverage.
NativityMiguel and Cristo Rey still keep track of their students long after they walk out of the schools' doors.
Converts to the Catholic faith tell how they made their way to Mother Church.
Urban Renewal: Despite redevelopment and rising tuition, inner-city schools represent 'the miracle of Catholic education.'
Priests, politicians, soldiers and colonists were among the spiritual giants who sacrificed and persevered through many hardships to establish a Catholic presence on the continent.
Catholic brides who want to be beautiful and tasteful on their wedding days have options, if they're willing to think outside the box.
Through his writing and preaching, Venerable John Henry Newman used his immense intellectual gifts to draw souls to God and to the faith.
If you get 'carded,' will you have a Catholic I.D.?
Editor of new "Take Out" magazine says parents must equip themselves to pass on faith
Background information on the Scripture readings for the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Background information on the Scripture readings for June 3, 2007.
Background information on the Scripture readings for August 5, 2007.
Background information on the Scripture readings for August 26, 2007.
Background information on the Scripture readings for August 19, 2007
Background information on the Scripture readings for August 12, 2007.
Raising our kids in the faith takes more than prayer: It also takes Catholic education, says publisher Greg Erlandson in his Spectator column.
Background information on the Scripture readings for September 9, 2007.
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has provided a one-time opportunity for all organizations, including tax-exempt organizations such as parishes, to receive a refund for Federal excise taxes paid on telephone bills from March 2003 through July 2006. It requires some bookkeeping effort, but the amount of refund is probably worth the time involved to prepare the forms.
. What do people expect of their priests in this climate? What are the things a priest does that are most important to the life of a parishioner? What are the things a priest could drop that would be accepted and understood by his people? On the other side of the coin, what roles does a priest never want to give up? What is he willing to give up?
Our Sunday Visitor Newsweekly Letters to the Editor
Readers' Opinions on articles that have previously appeared.
It's commonplace to regard the history of America as essentially a Protestant story, but Catholics have been a persistent presence.
Our Sunday Visitor Pastoral Answers column by Monsignor M. Francis Mannion
Msrg. Campion looks at Catholic candidates, Catholic voters and the gift of the Church as reflected in political situations.
Msgr. Campion talks about sex abuse issues.
Reflections on freedom and will by Priest editor Owen F. Campion.
The late Father Robert F. Drinan baptized by example the pro-choice political positions of a generation of Catholic legislators.
Robert Lockwood reflects on the spirituality of the popular and long-running animated TV show, just in time for the new, feature-length movie.
By Valerie Schmalz. Seminary's exhibit raises some eyebrows, but in the end, do the Bard's religious alliances really matter?
This article is free to registered users. With a rich history of spreading the faith, Catholic publications are turning to new techniques to attract more readers.
For the last several months, we have focused on specific issues raised by the National Directory for the Formation, Ministry and Life of Perma- nent Deacons in the United States(2005) with regard to the relationship of priests and deacons. Today's column offers some conclusions.
Columnist Kathy Shaidle writes in praise of a rock-groupee-turned-devout-Catholic who communicates the Church's message on sexuality in frank language to which young people today can relate.
By Carl Olson. Like the Magi who came to marvel at Baby Jesus, we bask in the glory of God’s light this Epiphany
Catholic Athletes for Christ has hit the U.S. sports scene to bring the Good News to a place here many need to be evangelized.
Either image is acceptable and examples of both are found in Catholic churches.
Background information on the Scripture readings for September 30, 2007.
Inventories expand at stores even as the faithful are encouraged to read more religious books.
Many anxieties and disorders originate in behavior that goes against Church teaching.
Fuzziness over religious identity among faithful is one of the reasons for the declining number.
Divisions over moral issues and leadership are seen as a lack of authority in this longtime crisis.
TCA Reviews
In these times when war is waged around the world, often in the name of religion, dialogue between people of faith is they key to peace.
Catholic boomers witnessed rapid change in the post Vatican II Church.
Holy Spirit has guided the Church through its hierarchical structure from the beginning
If your diocese is not encouraging vocations, it is doing a grave disservice to the faithful.
A commitment to Catholicity must exist in all aspects of university life, from academics to social activities to philosophical framework.
Two recommended guides for serioius bible study.
The best advice is that if your parish, school or agency owns a 15-passenger vehicle, get rid of it and do not buy or accept one as a donation.
Our Sunday Visitor weekly newspaper article by Gail Besse on caring for the homeless in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Large Catholic universities in this country were founded to prepare young Catholics.
Hospitality and a friendly atmosphere abound in North Carolina communities where Catholics are a distinct minority.
Father Benedict Groeschel's reflections on the post-synodal apostolic exhortation Sacramentum Caritatis.
Homily Background for August 17, 2008 - Year A
Within the Church is a group of former Episcopalians who celebrate Mass differently.
Parishioners without experience often try to push pastors into practices and policies that appear to be great but have hidden pitfalls. Parish cemeteries and parish columbaria fit this category of good ideas that go bad.
Priests today can become lonely, especially among those in isolated areas, living alone, with no paid staff to help, and very few people in their congregations.
Father Benedict Groeschel's reflections on Catholic/evangelical dialog.
Free to registered users. The Second Vatican Council prescribed the revision of the rite of baptism of adults and decreed that the catechumenate for adults, divided into several steps, should be restored. How can parish priests best get involved?
Pentecost is not just the Church's birthday, but also a day of power for the Church to heal, liberate and build up the reign of God. But where is that power today?
An interview with Father Rajmund (Ray) Kopec.
Too many Catholics believe that the pragmatic -- helping the hospital continue its good work -- trumps moral concerns about respect for human life.
For one Naval Reserve chaplain who has ministered to U.S. troops in Fallujah, service in the military is 'a real change to evangelize.'
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