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.
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Midwest Augustinians Celebrate in Pope Leo XIV a Brother ‘Rooted in the Spirit of St. Augustine’
The Midwest Augustinians celebrate the election of Pope Leo XIV — the first Augustinian and first American pope — calling him a bridge-builder rooted in St. Augustine’s spirit and a true companion to the marginalized.
How an App Helped Me Become A Better Catholic in Seven Days
When my editor asked me to try the app for seven days and report on my experience, I went into the assignment with trepidation. Sure, I’m Catholic, but would Hallow have anything to offer me?
L.A.’s ‘Peacemaker’ Bishop David O’Connell Found Shot and Killed in His Own Home
Los Angeles Auxiliary Bishop David G. O’Connell, a native of Ireland who spent most of his four decades as a priest ministering in L.A.’s inner city, was shot and killed in his home in Hacienda Heights, a neighborhood east of Los Angeles.
Archbishop Of San Antonio on School Shooting: ‘I Don’t Know What To Make Of All This’
An 18-year-old gunman opened fire at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde on May 24, killing 14 children, one teacher and injuring others, Gov. Greg Abbott said at a news conference, adding that the gunman was dead.
FBI Agents Sent to Haiti to Assist with Missionaries’ Release
As many as 17 American missionaries were reportedly kidnapped by gang members in Haiti on Saturday, Oct. 16, including 14 adults and three children, according to an Ohio-based humanitarian aid group.
Infectious Disease Doctor Will Take Questions Tonight On Currents News
The DeSales Media Group is announcing that tonight’s edition of “Currents News,” broadcast at 7 PM on NET-TV, will feature Dr. Bob Tiballi, an Infectious Disease Expert affiliated with the Catholic Medical Association.
Catholic Basketball Superstar Kobe Bryant Dead at 41
The sports world lost a legend last weekend. Kobe Bryant was a five-time NBA champion, 18-time All-Star, two-time Olympic medalist, father of four girls — and a Catholic.
‘Nones’ Now Account for Close to a Quarter of the U.S. Population
While most of the religiously unaffiliated people, the so-called “nones” are young, speakers at an Oct 15 symposium at Jesuit-run Fordham University said the trend encompasses all age groups and has enormous implications for American society.
Hearts ‘Heavy With Sadness’ Over Shooting at Garlic Festival, Bishop Says
Late July 29, San Jose Bishop Oscar Cantu held a bilingual prayer vigil for victims, survivors and first responders at St. Mary’s Church in Gilroy in response to a July 28 shooting that claimed the lives of three people and injured 12 others on the last day of a popular festival.