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By Cindy Wooden
VATICAN CITY – Marking the 50th anniversary of the Synod of Bishops, Pope Francis outlined his vision for a church that is “synodal” at every level, with everyone listening to one another, learning from one another and taking responsibility for proclaiming the Gospel. “The journey of synodality is the journey that God wants from his […]
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The Diocese of Arlington will partner with premier architectural and development firms as it proceeds with the relocation of Paul VI Catholic High School from its 18-acre campus in Fairfax to its new 68-acre campus in South Riding. The diocese selected VMDO Architects, a leader in school design and sustainable architecture, to design Paul VI’s […]
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When Pope Francis spoke to Congress in September he told members, “You are called to defend and preserve the dignity of your fellow citizens in the tireless and demanding pursuit of the common good, for this is the chief aim of all politics.” He further encouraged legislators and “the entire people of the United States” […]
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More than 1,000 Catholic youths from around the diocese attended the 2015 RALLY at Marymount University in Arlington Oct. 18. The event’s theme was ‘Show Know Mercy’ and featured Mass celebrated by Arlington Bishop Paul S. Loverde, a keynote address by singer Paul J. Kim, food, rides, workshops and a concert by Matt Maher. Photos […]
Global
By Cindy Wooden
IDOMENI, Greece – Weary faces, fussy babies, little boys teasing little girls to the point of tears and repeated uses of the Arabic word inshallah (God willing) reflect the uncertainty faced by refugees trying to reach northern Europe. Thousands of people fleeing Syria, Iraq and Afghanistan pass through the makeshift transit center daily at Idomeni, […]
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Arlington Bishop Paul S. Loverde celebrated the ninth annual White Mass, named for the white coats physicians and other health care workers wear, at Marymount University Chapel of the Sacred Heart of Mary Oct. 18. Although he celebrated the White Mass on a Sunday, the bishop used his authority to say the prayers of the […]
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By Junno Arocho Esteves
VATICAN CITY – With 30,000 people gathered in St. Peter’s Square, Pope Francis asked forgiveness for recent scandals that have occurred within the church. “Before beginning my catechesis, I would like – in the name of the church – to ask your forgiveness for the scandals which have occurred recently both in Rome and at […]
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Christendom College in Front Royal broke ground on a new women’s residence hall Oct. 10. The first new residence hall in 15 years, the 96-bed St. Clare Hall is expected to be ready for occupancy by fall 2016. “It’s been a long time since the campus has seen a development of this size and value […]
National
By Elizabeth Fisher
PHILADELPHIA – For weeks, Catholics had been streaming to the “Knotted Grotto,” a dome-shaped lattice-work frame outside the chapel of the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul in Philadelphia, tying white strips of paper offering prayers for healing of sick friends and relatives, world peace, protection of the environment, the elimination of poverty and […]
