https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/saint/feast-of-st-joseph-the-worker-471 To foster deep devotion to Saint Joseph among Catholics, and in response to the “May Day” celebrations for workers sponsored by Communists, Pope Pius XII instituted the feast of Saint Joseph the Worker in 1955. This feast extends the long relationship between Joseph and the cause of workers in both Catholic faith and devotion. Beginning…
How to Minimize Othering
How to Minimize Othering Remember that diversity has important benefits Learning about and spending time with people who are different from you is important for growth. It allows you to look outside of yourself and your immediate social circle and explore new experiences, ideas, cultures, and beliefs. “Let us dream, then, as a single human…
60th World Day Of Prayer for Vocations
April 30 marks the 60th World Day of Prayer for Vocations. This Sunday is also referred to as “Good Shepherd Sunday.” While it is often linked to praying for those in religious life, the Prefect for the Dicastery for the Clergy explains that the theme Pope Francis has chosen, “Vocation: grace and mission,” applies to…
Divine Mercy Sunday 2nd Sunday of Easter
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Lenten Reflection
“Pilate addressed them a third time, “What evil has this man done? I found him guilty of not capital crime. Therefore, I shall have him flogged and then release him” With loud shouts, however, they persisted in calling for his crucifixion and their voices prevailed. The verdict of Pilate was that their demand should be…