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By Msgr. Charles M. Mangan
It is most unfortunate that the sacrament of the anointing of the sick — one of the seven signs instituted by Christ to affect the grace they signify (Code of Canon Law, 840) — is usually referred to only when one requires it or one’s family member requests it.
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The diocesan Ghanaian Catholic community declared its patronage to St. Josephine Bakhita at a Mass celebrated by Bishop Michael F. Burbidge Feb. 2 at St. Mary of Sorrows Church in Fairfax.
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By Justin McLellan
VATICAN CITY — "Blessed are those who have not lost hope" is the theme for the fifth World Day of Grandparents and the Elderly to be observed in the Catholic Church July 27.
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By Anna Donofrio
For some, the Liturgy of the Hours may evoke images of monks praying over large volumes by candlelight. In reality, the Liturgy of the Hours is a devotion that is not only practiced daily by priests, deacons and religious, but also is available to and encouraged for the lay faithful. Msgr. Paul F. deLadurantaye, diocesan […]
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By Lucia A. Silecchia
Anyone who reads the daily newspaper finds within its pages a glimpse into the sorrow and despair that is — and always has been — a part of human life.
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By Elizabeth Foss
Ten years ago, I launched a project for my eldest daughter.
She was in the middle of her junior year in high school at the time. I shared a photo of the project and an explanation on my blog.
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By Christina Capecchi
The McConnon sisters needed a trumpet player.
The three young women performed in a liturgical ensemble at St. Luke’s in St. Paul, Minn., and they were seeking a little brass to enhance the upcoming Christmas Eve Mass.
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Six religious sisters serving in the diocese told the Catholic Herald that they will mark jubilees this year.
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The Catholic Diocese of Arlington requires six months of marriage preparation, beginning with your initial contact with your parish priest.
