An English cardinal took part in the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II in an indication of openness of the British Royal family to ecumenical and interfaith dialogue.
Month: September 2022
Pope Meets Prelates Attending Weeklong Course for New Bishops
Close to 200 bishops at the beginning of their ministries in dioceses and eparchies around the world met Pope Francis Sept. 19 at the end of a week of conferences.
Trial Opens for Hong Kong’s Cardinal Zen
The trial against Chinese Cardinal Joseph Zen and five other defendants formally opened in Hong Kong on Sept. 19, initiating highly controversial proceedings that could end in heavy fines or jail time and which have been widely criticized as an attack against democracy.
Jesuit Refugee Service Launches Plan to Help Integrate Immigrants
About a year ago, Jesuit Refugee Services USA staff at the U.S.-Mexico border realized something about many migrants’ journeys: They needed as much help settling into their final destinations as they did when they first entered the country.
Refurbished Bell Tower Helps Our Lady of Sorrows Mark Its 150th Anniversary
With their newly refurbished church bell chiming in the background, parishioners of Our Lady of Sorrows in Corona took part in a joyous procession through the streets on Sept. 15 to celebrate the church’s 150th anniversary.
Pope: Under Right Conditions, Nations May Buy Weapons for Self-Defense
Under the right moral conditions, a country has the right to purchase weapons to defend itself from those who attack it, Pope Francis said.
Police Still Looking for Suspects in St. Anastasia Church Burglary
New York City police detectives are still seeking information regarding a burglary at St. Anastasia Church, Douglaston, on Friday, Aug. 26.
St. Peter Claver Praised as a Champion of ‘Human Dignity’
Bishop Robert Brennan celebrated a Mass in honor of the Feast Day of St. Peter Claver on Sept. 9 at the Co-Cathedral of St. Joseph.
Kazakh Church’s Strength is in Diversity, not in Numbers, Pope Says
The strength of the Catholic Church in Central Asia is measured not in numbers, but by the diversity of its people, Pope Francis said.
Polio Returns to NY; Vaccination Urged
Polio, a debilitating and sometimes fatal disease primarily eradicated in the U.S., has struck New York, prompting the governor to announce a month-long disaster emergency to accelerate vaccination efforts statewide.