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By Zoey Maraist
Bishop Michael F. Burbidge ordained eight men to the transitional diaconate at the Cathedral of St. Thomas More in Arlington April 23: Jonathan Bennett, Andrew Clark, Timothy Courtney, Zinjin Iglesia, Michael Nugent, Stanley Poczatek IV, Charles Wilton and David Witherow.
Columns
By Michael Horne
As parents, we are painfully aware of the many dangers facing children in our world. And while we don’t want to live in fear, or seek to wrap our kids in bubble wrap, unintentionally stifling their maturation, we need to recognize that not all risks are immediately visible. April is Child Abuse Prevention Month and […]
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By Fr. Kenneth Doyle
Difference between priest and monsignor Q. Could you explain for me the difference (if any) between “priest” and “monsignor?” Under what circumstances is a priest given the title of “monsignor”? (Burke, Va.) A. “Monsignor” is a title bestowed on a priest who has distinguished himself by exceptional service to the church. It is a title […]
Parishes
By Catholic Herald Staff
What’s distinctive about your parish? What is your parish’s charism? St. Veronica Church always has been oriented toward passing on the faith. We have been blessed with priests who understand and clearly teach the faith through Mass and the sacraments. Parishioners and visitors often remark that they are very impressed by the teaching homilies they […]
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By Debra Beard
When word got out last August that Catholic Charities was resettling Afghan refugees, our phone began ringing off the hook. We received generous offers from parishioners and community members all over the diocese who wanted to help. As a result, we were able to serve more than 800 refugees in the first six months, supporting […]
Schools
By Eaden Asfaw
Habesha (haa·buh·shuh) is a term used to refer to those who come from Ethiopian and Eritrean backgrounds. It is a term of pride that is used to eliminate the distinction between different tribes and celebrates the unity of all those descending from the same region of Africa. During their tenure at Bishop O’Connell High School […]
Columnists
By Russell Shaw
Holy Week, the week of Christ’s suffering and death, has a special name this year — Ukraine. Let Caryll Houselander explain why that’s so: “For us, this war is the passion of Christ. There is no need now to dwell on its cruelty… . To the natural eye it seems that out of this war […]
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By Elizabeth Foss
“Go, eat rich foods and drink sweet drinks, and allot portions to those who had nothing prepared; for today is holy to our Lord. Do not be saddened this day, for rejoicing in the Lord must be your strength” (Neh 8:10). Happy Easter. Have you entered into the joy of this season of feasting with […]
Columnists
By Mary Beth Bonacci
There are disadvantages to writing a monthly column in a 24-hour news cycle world. By the time my time rolls around, my chosen topics are often “old news.” But maybe my job as “cleanup” person on any given issue is to revisit it after everyone has taken a breath and we all have gained a […]
Divine Mercy Sunday