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.
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Yes, Ukraine-Russia Is Our War, Too
In late May, Trump administration officials at the highest level, frustrated by what they regard as Vladimir Putin’s incomprehensible obstreperousness over his war on Ukraine, suggested that their patience was running out, after which the United States — which has not approved further military supplies for Ukraine in months — would leave the combatants to their own devices. “It’s not our war,” was the mantra of the day.
The Church as Leaven For a Reconciled World
When was the last time you wrote a letter? I don’t mean an e-mail, or a text from your phone, or a social media posting, but a letter, hand-written on paper, signed, sealed, stamped, and sent off by mail.
Faith-Based Refugee Centers in Rome Provide a Lifeline to Newcomers
At a time when the fate of refugees and migrants is becoming increasingly uncertain, faith-based organizations in Rome say they are putting into practice their Christian values of protection and respect of human life to aid those seeking help.
Almost Half of U.S. Adults Have Catholic Connection, but Mass Makes Significant Difference in Catholic Identity
Close to half of the nation’s adults have a personal or family connection to Catholicism, but Mass attendance makes for significant differences in what Catholics say is essential to their identity.
USCCB President: Bishops Stand With Immigrants ‘In This Challenging Hour’
Archbishop Timothy P. Broglio of the U.S. military archdiocese, the president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, issued a reflection ahead of the USCCB’s weeklong retreat in California, a triennial gathering that this year replaces the bishops’ usual spring plenary session.
Fourth-Grade Authors at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Academy Celebrate Book Launch with Proud Parents
A fourth-grade class at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Academy in Queens became published authors with their book A Tapestry of Tales, celebrated at a heartwarming school book launch.
CCBQ Peer Counselors Lend ‘Personal Touch’ To Recovery Efforts
A unique project run by Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens (CCBQ) has people with experience with drug use serve as counselors for its Opioid Prevention and Treatment (OPT) program.
Vatican Can Take 3 Key Steps to Bring Ukrainian Kids Back From Russia, Says Child Advocate
The Vatican can take three key steps to provide greater assistance than it already has in securing the return of Ukrainian children forcibly taken by Russia, a Ukrainian child advocate and former government official said.
Author Celebrates Bond Between Dads, Children Through Sports
One local dad has turned his passion into a unique career, allowing dads who love sports, especially college football, to read to their children while also passing on their devout fandom.