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The Catholic Telegraph

The Catholic Telegraph

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

Q: Was Christ born on Dec. 25 in the year A.D. 1? A: We cannot be sure of the day and month, nor the year, of Jesus’ birth. Many scholars date the Nativity to several years before the traditional first year of the Lord (Anno Domini or A.D. 1) This …

“I was born dirt poor on a dirt floor. I lived in a small shack with aluminum walls and an aluminum roof. No running water, no electricity, a bed and a bucket… When I was four years old, my parents decided to come to the United States.” This is how …

In Today’s Video: Bro. Casey gives a glimpse on how to prepare for Advent and to make this the best Advent ever! For the Archdiocese of Cincinnati Advent Calendar to help you enjoy the season of Advent, click here

MARIA STEIN, Ohio (November 19, 2018) – From Dec. 1 though Jan. 7, The Maria Stein Shrine of the Holy Relics is hosting a Nativity Exhibit from the collection of Tim & Katheleen Nealeigh entitled “Modern Takes on a Timeless Theme”. “I purchased my first nativity in 1965 when I …

(Cincinnati OH) Update 11/28/2018 11:15 a.m. This year the Archdiocese of Cincinnati embarked on a new initiative: #iGiveCatholic. As part of Giving Tuesday, Parishes, Schools, and Ministries signed on for this most historic day. The participating organizations raised $237,241.89. Thank you!!!!!!!! Check out the Prizes:        

For the list of organizations participating and how you can be a part of this great day, click here

Dear Friends in Christ, As you may know the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) gathered in Baltimore for our fall Plenary Assembly. We looked forward with great anticipation to the opportunity to take further steps to eradicate the grave evil of sexual abuse from our Church, in particular …

It’s Giving Tuesday, a day to give back. This year, the Archdiocese of Cincinnati sets sail on their first #iGiveCatholic campaign. Here’s what you need to know: All funds collected go directly to the parishes, high schools, and organizations listed. Here’s your 2018 #iGiveCatholic primer. Simply click on the name …

By Hannah Brockhaus Vatican City, Nov 23, 2018 / (CNA/EWTN News).- The Vatican announced Friday Pope Francis’ selection for the organizing committee of the Vatican’s February meeting of bishops on abuse prevention. Among the group named is Cardinal Blase Cupich of Chicago. The gathering, which will take place Feb. 21-24, …