The Sooner Catholic and the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City office of communications received 12 awards from the Catholic Media Association during the 2026 Catholic Media Conference held June 16-19 in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Awards are from 2025 publications, graphics and videos.
(OSV News) — At their spring assembly in Orlando, Florida, the U.S. bishops focused on strengthening the Church’s mission and addressing challenges while keeping the Sacred Heart of Jesus as the key to personal and public transformation in focus.
ORLANDO, Fla. (OSV News) — The second day of public sessions at the U.S. bishops’ spring plenary culminated with the much anticipated consecration of the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus during a late afternoon Mass June 11 at the Basilica of the National Shrine of Mary, Queen of the Universe.
ORLANDO, Fla. (OSV News) — A sea of white robes and zucchettos of pink and magenta in the pews. A statue of Jesus welcoming the faithful with his exposed Sacred Heart upon the foot of the altar.
The Catholic Diocese of Salina is seeking a full-time mission-driven human resources professional. The role is supporting the pastors, principals, diocesan leaders, employees, and parish staff. This HR role supports functions such as recruiting, job descriptions, compliance, Protection of Minors, and personnel.
Qualifications
· Desire to support the mission of the Catholic Church.
· Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
· Mid-level HR experience, SHRM or PHR/SPHR certification preferred.
Send resume to Diocese of Salina, HR Department, PO Box 980, Salina, KS 67402-0980 or for a copy of the full job description, call (785) 342-0819, or by e-mailing [email protected]
Mount St. Mary Catholic High School is seeking a director of communications to be responsible for developing and implementing marketing, social media and brand awareness strategies to engage various stakeholders, including parents, students, volunteers, alumni, local businesses, and the surrounding community. By effectively communicating the school's Catholic mission, values and achievements, the ideal candidate enhances the school’s reputation, supports recruitment and brand awareness while also impacting the schools growth and sustainability. This position oversees all aspects of internal and external communication efforts to enhance the school's brand, reputation, and visibility. A bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, public relations, or a related field is required, master's degree preferred. Previous experience in communications, marketing, public relations or related field, preferably in an education or non-profit setting is also valuable. Send resume and cover letter to Laura Cain, Ed.D., principal, at [email protected].
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City is seeking a special events manager to direct and oversee the primary fundraising events. Primary functions include event management, pre-and-post-event management, event fundraising for cash solicitation, and in-kind donation solicitation. Bachelor’s degree in public relations, communication, business or related field; two-four years of event management and fundraising experience; bilingual in Spanish and English preferred; experience with OneCause Fundraising Platform preferred; a combination of education and experience may be considered. Send cover letter and resume to Nicole Curran at [email protected].
Nosotros como católicos contamos con tiempos litúrgicos y solemnidades, y estas son una de las formas en que, a través de nuestra fe, marcamos el transcurso de nuestras vidas y damos sentido al tiempo con nuestras festividades.
One of the ways we Catholics punctuate our lives and mark time with our faith is through liturgical seasons and feasts. In addition to seasons such as Lent and Easter, Advent and Christmas, we also dedicate certain months to fostering various devotions that further integrate our lives with the practice of our faith.
(OSV News) – Pope Leo XIV's first encyclical, which addresses artificial intelligence, is "a powerful reminder that no technology can replace a child of God, and all technology should be placed at the service of helping humanity thrive," said Archbishop Paul S. Coakley of Oklahoma City.
(OSV News) – "Humanity, created by God in all its grandeur, is today facing a pivotal choice: either to construct a new Tower of Babel or to build the city in which God and humanity dwell together."
Dr. Gilbert Lavoie is a medical doctor, a specialist in internal medicine, occupational medicine and public health. He has studied the Shroud of Turin for more than 40 years using forensics and Scripture. He worked with various researchers that have been studying the shroud for decades.
Native Oklahoman Bridgette (Bridgy) McCollum was recently selected as a feature baton twirler for Texas Christian University’s prestigious Horned Frog Marching Band.
In early 2023, a 66-year-old former nurse in Australia, Marlene Bevern, was suffering from an aggressive form of motor neuron disease and opted for physician-assisted suicide. She was also very determined to donate her organs for transplant afterward – something that had never been done before in Australia.