Almost two-thirds of Catholics believe in the real presence of Jesus in the Eucharist, but only 17% of adult Catholics physically attend Mass at least once per week, according to a newly published survey from Georgetown University’s Center for Applied Research in the Apostolate. The survey also revealed a high correlation between belief in the Eucharist and weekly or even monthly Mass attendance.
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Ukrainian Bishop Tells Colorado Organization Prayer is ‘Most Important Help’ for His Country
Nearly 30 years ago, a Catholic priest from Ukraine visited Colorado Springs and forged a lifelong friendship with a local pastor — a relationship that led to the creation of a nonprofit dedicated to helping the Ukrainian Catholic Church rebuild after decades of Soviet oppression.
Obituaries, Week of September 30, 2023
Sister Mary Elizabeth Kelly, CSJ
Letters to the Editor Week of September 30, 2023
A Thank You to the Diocese, Hooray to Father Lauder, The Time Has Come, Knowing the Full Story, Beautiful Story on Family’s Beatification, Fascinating Piece on the Pope and the Church in Mongolia
Value of Catholic Journalism Celebrated
On Saturday Sept. 23, a Mass to stress the importance of Catholic journalism was celebrated at the Co-Cathedral of St. Joseph in Prospect Heights by Bishop Robert Brennan; it was concelebrated by Bishop Emeritus Nicholas DiMarzio; Msgr. Sean Ogle, chairman of the board of DeSales Media Group, the ministry that produces The Tablet; and Father Christopher Heanue, rector of the co-cathedral.
A Different Type of Book By Catholic Writer Jon Hassler
I have just finished a book by Jon Hassler, who is one of my favorite novelists. I have referred to his novels in the course on the Catholic novel that I give at St. John’s University and also in the series of 50 lectures that I did on the Catholic novel and that are available on YouTube.
Called to Be Firm in Our Decision to Follow God
Welcome to October! As the leaves change and the sunset gets earlier and earlier, we’re reminded by nature that our time on this earth is limited.
Looking Up to Our Working-Class Heroes
I’d like to say a word for the angels. Especially the ones whom I lovingly call the “blue-collar workers” of the heavenly host.
Blaze Ignited by Fireworks Kills Dozens at Iraqi Wedding Reception
A fire that seemed to be set off by fireworks at a Christian wedding in Iraq, just outside the city of Mosul, killed at least 100 people and injured at least 150 more Sept. 27.
First Co-Cathedral Established in British Isles
The Isle of Man, a small British Crown Dependency located between Ireland and Great Britain, will receive a Catholic cathedral for the first time in the predominantly Anglican island’s history.