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By Dennis Sadowski
WASHINGTON – Cooking for 1,900 people, no problem. Cooking for the pope? Now that requires extra care. Chefs Michael McDonald and Irshaad Ellis-Bey say they are up to the challenge. Both men are heading the effort of the Washington Archdiocese’s Catholic Charities Enterprises catering service in preparing a meal for 500 guests, including Pope Francis, […]
Schools
Marymount University in Arlington ranks first for ethnic diversity among regional universities in the South, according to the 2016 edition of “Best Colleges” published by U.S. News & World Report. Marymount tied with University of North Carolina-Pembroke for the top spot. “We are pleased with this recognition and take great pride in having a diverse […]
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By For The Catholic Herald
The following advice from the Institute for Psychological Sciences (IPS) was given by William McKenna, a clinical psychology extern at Catholic Charities. Q: My daughter has just started her first year of college. I want to give her space, but also to be supportive if she needs me. What’s the best way for a parent […]
National
By Mary Stachyra Lopez
Pope Francis will canonize Blessed Junipero Serra during a Mass at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception at Sept. 23. Before the Mass, the pope will greet approximately 3,600 seminarians and women novices from religious orders inside the church. He will then celebrate Mass in Spanish. The canonization Mass for Blessed […]
National
By Mary Stachyra Lopez
President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama will officially welcome Pope Francis to the United States during a ceremony at the White House Sept. 23. About 20,000 people are expected to watch on the White House lawn. The pope will speak in English at this event, which will broadcast live at 9:15 a.m. The […]
Movies
Based on the second novel in James Dashner’s sci-fi trilogy, this ponderous sequel to 2014’s “The Maze Runner” follows the further exploits of a band of intrepid teens (led by Dylan O’Brien) navigating a dystopian world. The challenges they face include the machinations of evil adults (typified by Patricia Clarkson) and the consequences of a […]
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GAINESVILLE ST. KATHARINE DREXEL [photo] Fr. Christopher D. Murphy, pastor of St. Stephen the Martyr Church in Middleburg (above), speaks to the Prince William County Planning Commission (at right) Sept. 16. The concept plan for the new church (below) was shown at the meeting. The Prince William County Planning Commission voted unanimously to approve a […]
Schools
Christendom College in Front Royal has hired Patrick Quest (Christendom ’08) as athletic director. Quest will oversee all intercollegiate and club sports teams and athletic events. “It’s great to welcome Patrick Quest back to Christendom,” said Chris Vander Woude, dean of student life. “The experience and enthusiasm that Patrick brings to the position will be […]
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By Maggie Cornejo and Matt Brown
A team of students and teachers from Paul VI Catholic High School in Fairfax boarded a plane to Bánica, Dominican Republic, in June on a mission to serve others. Two mission teams comprised of 25 students each were joined by faculty and parent chaperones to dig holes for latrines, lay cement floors and participate in […]
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By Ann M. Augherton
People making the trek to see Pope Francis, either in Washington, New York or Philadelphia, all will have stories about how they got there with street closures, public transit issues and the size of the crowds. For 22 people participating in the Pilgrimage of Love and Mercy, they are hoofing it from the Basilica of […]
