Bajo las calles de Roma, existe una red oculta de pasadizos que conectan el pasado con el presente, y nos ofrecen una perspectiva de la experiencia de los primeros cristianos. Las catacumbas, esos lugares subterráneos de sepultura utilizados con frecuencia tanto por los primeros creyentes como por otros, fueron algo más que lugares de descanso para los muertos, se convirtieron en santuarios para los vivos.

Deep beneath the streets of Rome, a hidden network of pathways connects past and present, offering us a glimpse into the early Christian experience. The catacombs, those underground burial sites often used by the first believers as well as others, were more than just resting places for the dead, they became sanctuaries for the living.

OKLAHOMA CITY – On the feast of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, John Grim and Jonah Beckham stood before Archbishop Coakley, their families and brother priests to declare their willingness to fulfill the duties of the priesthood and promise obedience to the bishop.

“Here I am, Lord, to do your holy will.” With these words June 27 at Saint Joseph Catholic Church in Norman, Sister Viviana de la Inmaculada López de Loera professed her perpetual vows of chastity, poverty and obedience, committing herself to live her baptismal consecration following Jesus Christ.

On June 19, Our Lady of Lebanon Maronite Catholic Church in Norman held a groundbreaking ceremony for its long-awaited new Mary Our Lady of Mercy Shrine.

Many a couple enters into the Sacrament of Matrimony, hoping to share a life together, maybe raise a new generation of Catholics, until death do they part.

Through the doors of Pirates Alley, the custom frame shop on Britton Road in Oklahoma City, Theresa Hurt awaits with warmth, a soft smile providing a welcome greeting.

The Blessed Stanley Rother Museum will soon house seven new prints by the renowned artist Carmen Lind Pettersen to its collection.

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Shrine Saints Society, which began in February 2025 is an exclusive group of resolute supporters committed to preserving and enhancing the shrine and its need for funding. These donors play a crucial role in maintaining the historic beauty of the shrine and enhancing the spiritual and cultural experiences for visitors and pilgrims from all walks of life.

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Blessed Stanley Rother Shrine is preparing for TASTE 2025, a celebration of the rich flavors of Mexican heritage.

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Gift of Love Gala continues to draw passion and support for the Center of Family Love.

This book on Pope Pius XII, who was pope from 1939 to 1958, focuses on what he did to help Jews and others during World War II.

Some moments in history are so singular that even many years after their occurrence we remember exactly where we were when we heard the news of their happening.

The Sooner Catholic and the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City office of communications received eight awards from the Catholic Media Association during the 2025 Catholic Media Conference held June 24-27 in Phoenix. Awards are from 2024 publications, graphics and videos.