This morning, there was a shooting during Mass at Annunciation Catholic parish and school in Minneapolis. Please join me in prayer for those who lost their lives and those who were injured, along with their families. Let us also pray for the students, faculty and the parish community, and schools and communities everywhere in the aftermath of this tragic and heartbreaking event.
El mundo la conoció como la madre Teresa de Calcuta. Cuando yo era un joven seminarista en Roma, tuve el inesperado privilegio de conocerla cuando celebré una Misa para sus hermanas en un comedor social que ellas dirigían cerca del Coliseo. Ella ya era una celebridad mundial.
The world knew her as Mother Teresa of Calcutta. As a young student priest in Rome, I had the unexpected privilege of meeting her when I celebrated Mass for her sisters at a soup kitchen they operated near the Colosseum.
La tercera Conferencia anual de Discipulado, celebrada el 9 de agosto en el Centro de Convenciones de Oklahoma City, acogió a más de 1000 asistentes de toda la Arquidiócesis de Oklahoma City para una jornada de formación, compañerismo y aliento lleno de fe.
On an October day in 1875, two intrepid monks from the French Benedictine monastery of Our Lady of La Pierre-qui-Vire set foot for the first time in the mission territory that had been entrusted to them by the Church.
The third annual Discipleship Conference, held Aug. 9 at the Oklahoma City Convention Center, welcomed more than 1,000 attendees from across the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City for a day of formation, fellowship and faith-filled encouragement.
After serving the parish for nearly 10 years, a long and winding path for Deacon Bob Highsmith and his family has resulted in his retirement from Saint Mary Catholic Church in Ardmore.
One by one, emcee Father Jerome Krug called onto the stage the 25 young men who are discerning the priesthood in the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City. With each new name, the applause grew from the large crowd at the National Cowboy Hall of Fame & Western Heritage Museum.
The Center of Family Love will host an evening of entertainment, fine dining and philanthropy at its Casino Royale Night, set for Oct. 9 at River Spirit Casino Resort in Tulsa.
Saint John the Baptist Catholic Church Knights of Columbus Council 6477 has received the distinction of Star Council, the international organization’s top award for local councils.
Matthew Bunson is the author of 56 books. He had written biographies on Pope Leo’s two predecessors, Pope Benedict XVI and Pope Francis, the main reason I chose to read his book on our new pope instead of one of the several others that have been published on Pope Leo.
Diagnosed in 1995 with the most aggressive form of brain cancer, known as glioblastoma multiforme, and given only a few months life expectancy, Ben Williams, a professor of psychology at the University of California San Diego, summed up his experience this way:
St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church is seeking a full-time director of music ministries. The successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of music ministry, including developing and administering a multifaceted, prayerful liturgy and music program. Specific job responsibilities include, but are not limited to selecting, planning, and practicing hymn accompaniments for all liturgies, including weekend Masses, holy days, parish events, weddings, funerals, and sacramental rites. This position will also work to develop a children’s choir, including recruiting members and coordinating rehearsals. Bachelor’s degree in music or similar area of study, with five years of choral experience in a pastoral setting. Ability to play both piano and organ as well as experience as a skilled music director. Must be an active, practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church, possess an ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations. Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred. Send a resume and cover letter to [email protected].
St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church is seeking two child care workers in the Kid's Club 6 - 8 p.m. on Wednesdays beginning Sept. 3. Must be over 18 and have completed Safe Environment training. Contact Dcn. John Harned at [email protected] for more information.
St. Joseph Old Cathedral in Oklahoma City is seeking a detail-oriented, personable office manager to oversee daily church operations and support. Responsibilities include managing the church calendar, communications, membership records, and coordinating events and volunteers. Organization, proficiency with office software, ability to work independently, and commitment to confidentiality are essential to this role. Contact [email protected].
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City is seeking an accountant to assist the finance director in executing the financial plan and accounting practices of Catholic Charities. This includes recording financial transactions in accordance with generally accepted accounting procedures, ensuring compliance with department internal controls, evaluating financial and reporting questions and issues as they arise, and communicating financial results and expectations with the directors. Bachelor’s degree in accounting, CPA preferred; three plus years’ experience in accounting, financial reporting, accounts payable, payroll, accounts receivable. Non-profit experience preferred. Send cover letter and resume to Nicole Curran at [email protected].
(OSV News) – Linked integrally with Scripture and the magisterium, the church's tradition is God's revelation. Thus, it acts as a source from which our knowledge and practice of the faith is drawn. The feast of the Assumption, possibly the oldest celebration of the Virgin Mary, is rooted in the tradition of Christian practice, supported by magisterial teaching and defined as one of four Marian dogmas.
Aunque cueste creerlo, se nos fue otro verano. Mientras vislumbro la llegada de un nuevo ciclo escolar y un clima más fresco, me he puesto a reflexionar en todo lo que Dios ha hecho en estos últimos meses.
As hard as it is to believe, another summer has come and gone. As I look ahead to the promise of a new school year and the cooler weather to come, I find myself reflecting on all that God has done over these past few months.