Editor’s note: Ordination 2023 will be Saturday, May 20, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Peter in Chains Patrick Blenman Coming from a family of six, I grew up in Sidney, OH, and attended Holy Angels Church. My parents were attentive to bringing us up in …

May is a month of transitions. Children celebrate the end of the school year and the beginning of summer break. College students return home or perhaps begin an internship related to their area of study. Families gather for First Communion and Mother’s Day celebrations and look forward to upcoming vacations. …

Explore the traditions of this joyous time in pictures For coverage of the 2021 ordination, click here. This article first appeared online in May 2018. Tradition of the first blessing Waiting to receive a blessing from a new priest is a longstanding ordination day tradition. After Mass, the new priests …

In 1964, English novelist Evelyn Waugh described how the simple liturgy of the Mass (the “low Mass” in pre-Vatican II parlance) was instrumental in his conversion to the Catholic faith. He explained that he “was not at all attracted by the splendour of her great ceremonies—which the Protestants could well …

Do Catholics believe that Mary remained a virgin her entire life? Did she have children other than Jesus? I have non- Catholic friends who say the Bible mentions Jesus’ siblings. The Scriptures and tradition convey information on Mary that help us understand the details of her life and her importance …

    1) Lehman Science Olympiad Winners The Lehman Catholic High School Science Olympiad team competed in the Science Olympiad Regional on March 18. The team won medals in 12 events. The Lehman Catholic High School Science Olympiad consists of 15 students competing in 23 events. Lehman’s team placed fifth …

lasallepride We are seeking a Principal to serve as the educational leader of the La Salle High School.  The Principal will lead the educational vision and direction of the school, overseeing the development and delivery of curriculum, student services, guidance and athletics and will uphold the quality of the school’s …

On Saturday, April 29, seven men became transitional deacons on their journey to Priesthood Ordination 2024.

Wise, witty, and shrewd was Mr. Joe Acito, my senior English teacher at Elder High School. He affectionately called me “Reverend Scalf.” I have no idea why—I was far from religious, but I guess that was his point. If, when I was in his class, you had told me that …

By Kevin J. Jones Denver, Colo., May 2, 2023 / 14:30 pm Loneliness is a risk factor for many serious — even deadly — health conditions, and the antidote is social connection like that found in religious groups, the U.S. Surgeon General has said in a new report. “Loneliness is far …