The U.S. military has a long tradition of chaplains, including those of the Roman Catholic faith, addressing the spiritual needs of soldiers, sailors, Marines, and Coast Guard personnel.
Author: Christine
Celebrating 40 Years of Faith on the Frontlines: Priest’s Global Mission as Naval Academy’s Lone Catholic Chaplain
Forty years ago, Pope John Paul II authorized the creation of a stand-alone archdiocese in the United States for military chaplains, paving the way for future chaplains, such as Father Donelson Thevenin, to serve the Lord while serving their country in uniform.
Federal Appeals Court to Hear Cases Over Ten Commandments in Public Schools
A federal appeals court will hear arguments in January about state laws in Texas and Louisiana requiring the Ten Commandments to be displayed in public school classrooms.
Missionaries Transform World by Transforming Lives, Pope Says
Being a missionary means bringing the Gospel and its values into the world and transforming the lives of individuals, which can and must transform societies, Pope Leo XIV said.
The Mother Church and Heart of Catholic Unity
Our churches are meant to be places of welcome for God’s children, that they may encounter the Lord who loves them unconditionally.
Taking Care of Our Veterans in Need
On this Veterans Day, let us all pause to reflect on our nation’s veterans, who embody a sacrificial spirit for the rest of America, defending freedoms that allow us to live our faith openly, gather in worship, and pursue the common good.
Data, Dignity, & The Holy Spirit
So: Humans have undeniable dignity, there are important truths that can’t be captured in surveys, and we must trust the Holy Spirit. Yet we’re called to be good stewards of our resources and the environment.
Letters to the Editor, Week of November 8, 2025
Enjoying Father Lauder’s Column; Immigration Stalemate in the Capitol; Big Thanks from St. Joan of Arc Parish
Obituaries, Week of November 8, 2025
Sister Marilyn Breen
Fulfilling My Vocation As the Saints Did
During the Rite of Ordination of Deacons, the newly vested deacon kneels before the bishop and receives the Book of the Gospels. With the Book of the Gospels in the hands of both, the bishop says to the deacon, “Receive the Gospel of Christ, whose herald you have become. Believe what you read, teach what you believe, and practice what you teach.”