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The Catholic Telegraph

Founded in 1831, The Catholic Telegraph is the official news source of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati.

On Monday, October 28, Archbishop Dennis M. Schnurr released a letter to the faithful “to convey a difficult decision regarding our longstanding partnership with Girl Scouts in the Archdiocese of Cincinnati,” in which he informed the faithful that he has “instructed pastors of the archdiocese to discontinue their parishes’ partnerships …

Immigration refers to people entering a country to become permanent residents, and emigration refers to people leaving their current country to become permanent residents in another. Genealogists benefit because ship passenger lists usually record these movements, and naturalization, the legal process by which an immigrant becomes a country’s citizen, also …

This Sunday, October 27,  2024 The Cincinnati Bengals host the Philadelphia Eagles at Paycor Stadium at 1:00 p.m.. Before the tailgate or enjoying downtown Cincinnati,  head to Mass at our beautiful downtown catholic churches. The Cathedral Basilica of St. Peter in Chains: October 27: Thirtieth Sunday of Ordinary Time: 9:00 …

Saints throughout the ages are known to have contemplated the mysteries of the faith while spending time in God’s creation. Two recent additions to St. Joseph Gardens, north of St. Joseph Catholic Church in North Bend, enhance this special place for such spiritual reflection. Effectively a private park, the seven-acre …

“Behind each priest, there is a demon fighting for his fall. If we have the language to criticize them, we must have twice as much to pray for them.” – St. Teresa of Avila I was the new kid in fifth grade. My family had just moved to a small …

Father Ruffino Ezama, MCCJ, has a way of turning every stranger into a friend. It’s a gift that has made him a beloved figure among the clergy and staff of the Comboni Missionaries in Anderson Township—and far beyond. Born and raised in Arua, Uganda, Father Ruffino’s early life was marked …

Anniversaries hold special significance in our lives, offering us a moment to pause, reflect and recognize our journeys. They invite us to look back at our history, celebrate the milestones and acknowledge the challenges that shaped our path. As we recognize this year the 40th anniversary of the pastoral letter, …

Father Clarence J. Rivers was the first Black priest ordained in the Archdiocese of Cincinnati. A nationally known figure in Catholic music and liturgy, he was also an iconic figure for the Black Catholic community throughout the country. Although he died in 2004, his influence is still felt throughout the …

What is the difference between the moral teachings of the Christian Bible and the Quran? In recent years, especially as the number of Muslims has increased in the U.S., there have been more discussions about the differences between Islam and Christianity, including their sacred writings. Both the Bible and Quran …

Staff Report The Catholic Telegraph  Before he was a saint, then-Cardinal Karol Wojtyla of Kracow, Poland, visited Joseph L. Bernadin  Sept. 2, 1976, while the latter was Archbishop of Cincinnati.