An exhibit at the New York Encounter highlights the faith-filled journey of Blessed Franz Jägerstätter and his wife, Franziska, whose courageous stand against Nazism continues to inspire Catholics today.
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‘Nuns on the Run’ Case in Austria Highlights Plight of Aging, Dwindling Religious
Three elderly women religious in Austria fled their nursing home and have returned to their longtime monastery, defying church superiors in a case that highlights the impact of Vatican regulations regarding aging members of dwindling religious congregations.
On a Day of ‘National Tragedy,’ Austria Mourns 9 Victims of High School Shooting
After one of the worst rampages in Austria’s history, the picturesque European country has been “shattered,” with bishops offering prayers and support to victims’ families.
Capuchins Are Guardians Of Royal Family Tombs
Few people would suspect that the order of Capuchin monks, famous for their humble imitation of St. Francis, are special guardians entrusted with the duty of caring for Austria’s imperial crypt.
Sister of St. Joseph Is Still Missing on Vacation in Austria
Two weeks after a recently retired nun from Long Island, N.Y., disappeared while vacationing alone in Europe, more than 200 people gathered to pray for her at an evening service July 20 at St. Anthony of Padua Church, East Northport, where she lived.