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By Catholic News Service
WASHINGTON – An outpouring of grief, condolences and prayers came from Catholics across the United States in reaction to Nov. 13 evening attacks in Paris, attacks the French government said were carried out by three teams of Islamic State terrorists. The U.S. Catholic bishops Nov. 14 pledged their prayers for those killed and injured at […]
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Arlington Catholic Charities will host the annual Catholic Charities Ball at the Ritz-Carlton Tysons Corner, 1700 Tysons Blvd., McLean, Feb. 5, 2016, at 7 p.m. The theme, “Mardi Gras,” was chosen to highlight the time of feasting followed by penance and prayer in Lent. In its 34th year, the ball has helped raise more than […]
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By Mary Stachyra Lopez
With Thanksgiving and Christmas just around the corner, it’s time for the Arlington Catholic Herald‘s annual ‘Nominate a Charity’ contest. Each year, the Catholic Herald staff picks one charity to “adopt,” supporting them not only with physical or monetary needs, but also with a feature article in our newspaper and a video posted on the […]
Arts
By Ann M. Augherton
“Please, sir, I want some more.” These words put in motion the Charles Dickens’ classic, “Oliver Twist,” a tale of a poor orphan struggling to survive on the streets in Victorian-era London. Arena Stage serves up helpings of talent in this classic tale with a dollop or two of modern-day touches. The story line remains […]
National
The Dioceses of Arlington and Richmond will sponsor “Watering the Garden: Growing Vocations in the Black Catholic Family,” a day of reflection and unity Mass, at Our Lady of Good Counsel Church, 8601 Wolftrap Rd., Vienna, Nov. 21, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Bishop Joseph N. Perry, auxiliary bishop of Chicago, will deliver the keynote […]
Global
By Carol Glatz
FAIRFIELD, Conn. – Reforms governing the transparency and accountability of Vatican monetary transactions are working as intended, said a layman who is spearheading Pope Francis’ remake of the church’s financial structure. New accounting practices and ongoing auditing are helping to assure that the Vatican’s financial operations are conducted in accordance with international accounting standards, Joseph […]
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By Dave Borowski
There’s a basic difference between an immigrant and a refugee – choice. Immigrants have time to plan their departure. Generally, they can return to their home country when they want and they often have family in their new country who can offer them support. Life is different for refugees. When they leave their home it’s […]
Local
By Keith Fanelli
Marymount University in Arlington hosted the Catholic Business Network of Northern Virginia awards reception and ceremony Nov. 4. CBN-NOVA officers, members and guests joined Arlington Bishop Paul S. Loverde to show their appreciation to a high school student from each of the four diocesan high schools. Each student was presented with a Youth Exemplifying Service […]
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By For The Catholic Herald
Parish lay leaders recently joined Arlington Catholic Charities to discuss ways to strengthen the family and how Catholic Charities helps with this throughout the diocese. The quarterly gathering of Catholic Charities Parish Liaison Network included representatives from 36 parishes. The PLN acts as the link between both the parish and Catholic Charities and between a […]
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By Colleen Rooney
Eighty women gathered to hear featured speakers Father Andrew Fisher, pastor of St. Ambrose Church in Annandale, and freelance writer Elizabeth Foss offer guidance for the coming Advent season Nov. 7 at St. Mark Church in Vienna. “Finding Joy in Advent,” co-sponsored by Living Advent and the Arlington Diocesan Council of Catholic Women, was aimed […]
