International Women’s Day, celebrated March 8 and honoring the achievements of women, is a national holiday in many countries.
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‘Cabrini’ Shows Patron Saint of Immigrants Living ‘Life in Hope’
Mention the word “masterpiece” and one could get eyed for exaggeration, yet one group of filmmakers believe they hit the mark with their biopic about Francesca Xavier Cabrini, patron saint of immigrants. “Cabrini,” distributed by Angel Studios, opens in theaters on March 8, International Women’s Day.
Mother Who Fled Ukrainian Homeland Grateful for Family, Charity, Amid War
Marina Skulko, a Ukrainian mother of three, has celebrated Mother’s Day and all other holidays differently since saying goodbye to her husband and fleeing her war-torn homeland more than a year ago to find refuge in neighboring Moldova.
Church Needs Women Saints, Pope Francis Tells Conference
The Catholic Church needs women, especially women saints, who have shown throughout history an unwavering dedication to God and to caring for their brothers and sisters, Pope Francis said.
Women’s Day: A Time to Measure Progress, Reach Out to Young Women
The Catholic Church at all levels can find ways to involve more women in leadership positions, “but you have to start with wanting it. The how follows the fact that you want it; that’s where the creativity opens up,” said Carolyn Y. Woo, former CEO and president of Catholic Relief Services.