Yasmeen Qureshi, Sophomore St. Francis Prep I’m motivated by the people around me. Each day I can’t wait for an opportunity to see my friends and connect with other people. Andrew Laurenzano, Junior Holy Cross H.S. I am committed to sports and my education. I commit myself to sports because I love […]
Month: April 2015
Married Couples Explain How They Stay Together
Married couples marking significant anniversaries, ranging from 25 to 70 years, were honored at the annual diocesan Wedding Anniversary Celebration, April 25.
Pope Tells New Priests: No Boring Homilies
Ordaining 19 men to the priesthood, Pope Francis offered advice on how to ensure their preaching would touch people: speak from your heart.
Pope Sends Prayers, Donation to Nepal
Pope Francis prayed for those affected by the deadly earthquake in Nepal, encouraged rescue and emergency workers in their efforts, and sent an initial donation of $100,000.
Terrorists Planned Attack on the Vatican
Italian police arrested at least nine people in what officials described as a terrorist cell that had planned, in 2010, to strike at the Vatican with a suicide bomber.
Standing Tall in the Presence of The Lord
BARNABAS IS AN unsung hero of the New Testament – or at least one who is not “sung” enough. Finding himself in a similar place to one in which we often find ourselves, his response is a whole lot more satisfying than the response we all-too-often give.
Remembering No. 84, Jim Mutscheller
Jim Mutscheller, who died on April 10, wanted to be known as a man “who had led a good life,” for he was “quiet, humble, and so conservative that he’d eat crabs with a suit and tie on.” And therein lies a tale – and a yardstick by which to measure pro sports then and now.
A Dialogue Between Therese and Nietzsche
In “The Human Poetry of Faith: A Spiritual Guide to Life,” Father Michael Paul Gallagher tries to broaden imaginations so that people might be more receptive to the Good News of Jesus.
A Modern Martyr: Father van der Lugt
A little over a year ago, Jesuit Father Frans van der Lugt was assassinated in Syria. His story is inspirational for the sheer faithfulness and integrity of his witness. I keep his picture in my office to remind me of this witness.
Abdominal Pain Has Many Causes
Dear Dr. Garner, For the past month, I have been having stomach pains. It usually starts off as diarrhea and then ends up with constipation. I haven’t had any fevers. It doesn’t seem to be related to any specific types of food.