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Two Catholic Charities attorneys have returned from a week at the U.S. border between Nogales, Mexico, and Nogales, Arizona, with a deeper understanding of the journey facing migrants headed north to U.S. ports of entry in search of asylum.

President Trump gave the highest civilian honor to Babe Ruth, Elvis Presley and Roger Staubach, among others.  

The death toll from the California wildfires continues to mount, as do the number who are missing.  

Everyone needs a little care in their lives. Clients of diocesan Catholic Charities might receive a care bag packed by Bishop Michael F. Burbidge on the second World Day of the Poor at St. Ann Church in Arlington Nov. 18. 

When Father Michael J. Dobbins suggested that one of his parishioners take the VIRTUS training — which is required for all employees in the Diocese of Arlington, and 79 other dioceses, to help prevent, identify and act on abuse — he did not expect that it would have immediate results.

Babe Ruth, a famous baseball player who was long gone before I came along, held a very special place in my family.

One of my favorite stories of my mother’s time in the U.S. Coast Guard as a SPAR during World War II was her description of working as secretary to the captain of the port in Battery Park, New York City. She was one of the first — and few — women in the office and was quick to point out that the men were very respectful of the women.

“Christmas with Mercy,” a special gifting program for the children of qualified clients of House of Mercy Food Pantry in Manassas, will take place Dec. 15. Individuals and community organizations provide gifts as a special Christmas donation for the children who receive food and clothing from the House of Mercy.

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