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A sign along the way

By Fr. Stanley Krempa
Gospel Commentary Mt 5:17-37 The words of God to Abram at the beginning of today’s reading from Genesis, “Go forth from the land of your kinsfolk … to a land that I will show You” take us to the heart of Lent. It is easy for us to drift from the Lord, to wander from […]
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A divided church?

By Richard Doerflinger
We sometimes hear that American Catholics are divided: Some advance the church’s teaching on abortion, others promote its teachings on peace and economic justice. And those factions are at war.   I seldom saw this among the bishops or their national staff, where I once served. We each had areas of expertise, but we knew we […]
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The discipline of self-denial

By Russell Shaw
Up here in the northern half of the planet, where Lent coincides with the end of winter and the onset of spring, the imagery of rebirth and rejuvenation accompanying these natural events carries a powerful message: Shake off spiritual lethargy and be renewed in grace. Unlike in the natural world, spiritual rebirth doesn’t take place […]
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Candidates and catechumens are welcomed at the Rite of Election

By Elizabeth A. Elliott

Candidates and catechumens are motivated by many reasons to join the Catholic Church this Easter, including the desire to be of the same faith as a spouse and children, or even after the loss of a spouse.

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Catholic Charities ball raises general operating funds

For 35 years, Catholic Charities and a devoted group of volunteers and staff have organized a special evening of celebration that highlights the positive impact of the institution’s work as well as raising critical general operating funds.  

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Icons are blessed on the first Sunday of Lent

By Connor Bergeron

Orthodox Christians and Eastern Catholics commemorate the first Sunday of Lent as the date when icons were permitted back in churches in 843.

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Theatre and Arts Camps a Catholic tradition

By Special To The Catholic Herald
Founded in 2004, Spotlight on the Arts Summer Camps trains children in theatre and art in a trustworthy environment. Hosted by diocesan Catholic parishes, Spotlight employs highly qualified and Catholic instructors, many of whom teach at diocesan schools. This summer, Church of the Nativity in Burke and All Saints Church in Manassas will host Spotlight’s Camp […]
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7 steps to secure your home while you’re on vacation

By Special To The Herald
Deciding where to go and what to see, making arrangements and planning your wardrobe are all exciting aspects of vacation planning. But before you pack up to leave on your getaway, be sure to take care of your home. Here are seven steps you should take to prepare your home to remain secure while you’re […]

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