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By Catholic News Service
WASHINGTON — The chairmen of six U.S. bishops’ policy committees March 3 told members of the House and Senate that every decision they will make on the federal budget “should be assessed by whether it protects or threatens human life and dignity. A central moral measure of any budget proposal is how it affects ‘the […]
Columns
By Carol Zimmermann
WASHINGTON — There is no getting around fasting during Lent. Not only is it one of the three pillars of spiritual practice along with prayer and almsgiving, but it also bookends the period of preparation for Easter. Fasting and abstinence is required of adult Catholics, ages 18-59, at the start of Lent on […]
Columns
By Richard Doerflinger
We sometimes hear that American Catholics are divided: Some advance the church’s teaching on abortion, others promote its teachings on peace and economic justice. And those factions are at war. I seldom saw this among the bishops or their national staff, where I once served. We each had areas of expertise, but we knew we […]
Columnists
By Russell Shaw
Up here in the northern half of the planet, where Lent coincides with the end of winter and the onset of spring, the imagery of rebirth and rejuvenation accompanying these natural events carries a powerful message: Shake off spiritual lethargy and be renewed in grace. Unlike in the natural world, spiritual rebirth doesn’t take place […]
Local
By Elizabeth A. Elliott
Candidates and catechumens are motivated by many reasons to join the Catholic Church this Easter, including the desire to be of the same faith as a spouse and children, or even after the loss of a spouse.
Local
For 35 years, Catholic Charities and a devoted group of volunteers and staff have organized a special evening of celebration that highlights the positive impact of the institution’s work as well as raising critical general operating funds.
Local
By Special To The Herald
Deciding where to go and what to see, making arrangements and planning your wardrobe are all exciting aspects of vacation planning. But before you pack up to leave on your getaway, be sure to take care of your home. Here are seven steps you should take to prepare your home to remain secure while you’re […]
Local
By Connor Bergeron
Orthodox Christians and Eastern Catholics commemorate the first Sunday of Lent as the date when icons were permitted back in churches in 843.
Local
By Connor Bergeron
A blend of European and indigenous cultures creates unique religious sites.
A sign along the way