Reflections on life, meaning and purpose

Here’s what Pope Francis said in his ‘60 Minutes’ interview

In an interview with “60 Minutes” anchor Norah O’Donnell, Pope Francis discusses a wide range of issues. / Credit: CBS News/Adam Verdugo CNA Staff, May 20, 2024 / 13:26 pm (CNA). In his first in-depth interview with a U.S. broadcast network, Pope Francis addressed a wide range of topics, including the war in Ukraine, antisemitism, […]

Pope Francis to travel to Luxembourg and Belgium in September

Queen Mathilde of Belgium meets with Pope Francis at the Vatican’s Apostolic Palace with her husband, King Philippe of the Belgians, on Sept. 14, 2023. / Credit: Vatican Media Rome Newsroom, May 20, 2024 / 14:06 pm (CNA). The Vatican announced … […]

Of Shopping Carts and Service: A Pinning Reflection…

Welcome honored guests, friends and family (moms and dads particularly), and, of course, you – Saint Mary’s College class of 2024 nursing graduates. Congratulations! You made it! Before I get rolling, a quick shout out to Torie Hardt’s mom. Thanks for teaching your kids to put away stray shopping carts in the grocery store parking […]

Should bishops “quiz” confirmands?

I went to Fishwrap (aka National Sodomitic Reporter) to see if there were any spittle-flecked nutties about Harrison Butker.  They didn’t disappoint, which is itself a disappointment. I found an opinion piece stating that bishops should not quiz confirmands about … Read More →

Archbp. Cordilone to Rep. Nancy Pelosi – formal declaration

The Archbishop of San Francisco issued the text of a Notification he sent to Rep. Nancy Pelosi.   Because of the entirely obvious to even a child, she is not to present herself for Communion.  He wrote: As you have not publically … Read More →

Peoria Diocese to reduce the number of parishes in the diocese by half

Bishop Louis Tylka. / Credit: Screenshot from BshpLou Tylka YouTube channel CNA Staff, May 20, 2024 / 16:34 pm (CNA). The Diocese of Peoria, Illinois, will have half as many parishes by 2026 as it does now, as part of a pastoral planning effort focused on helping the diocese “be more intentional in cultivating disciples.” Bishop Louis Tylka announced on […]