In a world that often pulls young men toward self-sufficiency and fleeting pursuits, the “Called By Name” program — while not new — is flourishing in the Archdioceses of New York and Denver, and is emerging as a profound gift to the Catholic Church. 

Supporting retired clergy through facilities like the Mugavero Residence, with its assisted-living services, is not merely an act of charity, but an investment in the diocese’s spiritual vitality. 

The Tablet recently learned of an intriguing faith-formation initiative coming out of the Archdiocese of Denver, where the archdiocese has adopted a program from Educating on the Nature and Dignity of Women (ENDOW) called Quinceañera Created for God (Creada para Dios). The new program marks a profound step forward in Catholic faith formation, particularly for young Latina women approaching the cherished milestone of their quinceañera. 

The recent revelations from the House Committee on Homeland Security hearings, detailing the role of nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) during the Biden administration’s border crisis, demand a serious examination through the lens of Catholic social teaching.

The tank blast last week on the Holy Family Parish Church in Gaza, where three lives were lost and nine others, including Father Gabriel Romanelli, were injured, is a heartbreaking reminder of the relentless violence tearing apart the region.

A recent decision by the Department of Homeland Security to terminate Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Hondurans and Nicaraguans, which will go into effect on Sept. 8, is a profound injustice that demands a response rooted in the Gospel and Catholic social teaching.

On June 28, the Diocese of Brooklyn welcomed seven new priests. As they now enter parishes across the diocese, however, supporting them shouldn’t stop with the handshakes, hugs, and applause at their ordination. It should continue, especially through filling the pews at the Masses they celebrate.

As Americans gather to celebrate Independence Day on July 4, one year shy of the semiquincentennial, Catholic churches across the nation will join in, offering Masses that blend gratitude for freedom with prayers for unity and justice.

Hollywood’s portrayal of the Catholic Church has long been a point of contention for faithful Catholics, who often see their beliefs and institutions unfairly caricatured on the silver screen.

This Father’s Day, let us honor Catholic fathers by encouraging them to emulate St. Joseph’s quiet strength. They need not be perfect but faithful, not loud but loving.