As with anyone, it is important for young people to be involved in and well-informed about the country's politics. It may be more important, however, for them to learn how to engage in polite conversation about such topics.
In classrooms, workplaces and even surprise celebrations, students at Cristo Rey OKC Catholic High School continue to grow through experiences that extend beyond traditional academics.
Returning from spring break, Irish students continue to stay busy as they approach the final months of school. From Red Cord awards to new season goals, many remain focused as they both finish up and begin community endeavors.
Path to Canonization: Bl. Stanley Rother
If the run to identify the miracle needed to solidify the cause for canonization of Blessed Stanley Rother shapes up as a long-distance relay – and it mostly is – then the handling of the baton would loom critical.
Independence Day stands as an easy date to remember for any American. But one particular July 4 – back in 2007 – remains unforgettable for Deacon Norm Mejstrik.
Crossing Lake Atitlán, situated in the massive volcanic crater in the Guatemalan Highlands of the Sierra Madre mountain range, Archbishop Paul Coakley glanced across the boat with a thought about Stanley Rother for Maria Scaperlanda.
Along with Blessed Stanley Rother, nearly 100 American men and women are currently being considered for sainthood. Some notable others also on the path with Blessed Stanley:
Catholic apologist Joe Heschmeyer will be the presenter of a Lenten mission at 7 p.m. March 22-24 at Saint Benedict Catholic Church, 632 N. Kickapoo St. in Shawnee. The Lenten mission will take place at the Gathering Space in the church.
Cristo Rey Oklahoma City Catholic High School has formally appointed Kelsey Herman as president and Kinsey Genheimer, as principal, solidifying the school’s permanent leadership team following a period of transition.
Mount Saint Mary Catholic High School hosted its annual Magic at the Mount Gala on Feb. 7 at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, raising $302,000.
The Church has once again entered the liturgical season of Lent. It is a time of fasting, almsgiving, and prayer as everyone prepares their hearts for the Passion, death and Resurrection of Christ. This preparation takes many different forms at The Mount.
When Sarai heard her name announced as homecoming queen, she stood still for a moment, visibly surprised, before classmates surrounded her with congratulations. Moments later, Isaias stood beside her as homecoming king, smiling as students filled the gym with applause.