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Pope Francis
By Junno Arocho Esteves
VATICAN CITY — Christians are called to follow the example of the good Samaritan and not just look with compassion at those who suffer, but also draw near to them, Pope Francis said. Like the priest and the Levite in Jesus’ parable, who pass by the injured man along the road and look the other […]
Local
By Catholic Herald Staff Report
The Catholic Herald was named the best diocesan newspaper in its class — one of 36 awards received at the annual Catholic Media Association conference in Portland July 4-7. The awards recognized the publication’s news reporting, digital media and advertisements. After finishing second last year, the newspaper earned the top-of-the-class, or “general excellence,” award for […]
Local
By Chaz Muth
PORTLAND, Ore. — Ann Augherton, managing editor of the Catholic Herald, is the recipient of the 2022 St. Francis de Sales Award from the Catholic Media Association. The award — named for the patron saint of writers and journalists — recognizes “outstanding contributions to Catholic journalism” and is the highest honor given by the CMA. […]
Pope Francis
By Junno Arocho Esteves
VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis will make back-to-back pastoral visits to the Italian cities of Assisi and Matera at the end of September, the Vatican announced. The pope will visit Assisi Sept. 24 to attend a meeting with young people participating in an Economy of Francesco event at a conference hall near Assisi’s Basilica of […]
National
By Chaz Muth
PORTLAND, Ore. — Father Mike Schmitz and Jeff Cavins of Ascension Press are the recipients of the 2022 Cardinal John P. Foley Award from the Catholic Media Association. The Foley award recognizes demonstrated excellence and innovation in Catholic storytelling in the preceding year, with work presented on various media platforms, including — but not limited […]
Global
By Junno Arocho Esteves
VATICAN CITY — While many people were disappointed that Pope Francis was unable to make his long-awaited visit to Congo and South Sudan, Cardinal Pietro Parolin assured the people that the pope had not given up on visiting them. “I did not come on my own behalf but rather to bring you Pope Francis’ affection,” […]
Pope Francis
By Junno Arocho Esteves
VATICAN CITY — The elderly can find purpose in their old age by teaching future generations about the value and importance of tenderness, Pope Francis said. Elderly men and women often have “a special sensitivity for care, for reflection and affection” that is sorely needed in today’s war-torn world, the pope said in a video […]
Local
By Leslie Miller and Kevin Schweers
More than 3,000 people participated in 145 listening sessions at parishes and schools this spring to hear the views of Catholics — both active and inactive — on how the church is journeying together to fulfill its mission in the world. Bishop Michael F. Burbidge sent a 10-page summary report to the Vatican in late […]
Bishop Burbidge
By Bishop Michael F. Burbidge
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, This year, the faithful of the Diocese of Arlington enthusiastically welcomed the call of Pope Francis to assist in the preparation for the 2023 General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops by engaging in local synodal gatherings over the last several months. People from all walks of life participated […]
The Good Samaritan