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Sensory Friendly Masses in the Archdiocese of Cincinnati

Sensory-Friendly Mass is perfect for any person who struggles with the crowds, noise, sights, and smells of the typical liturgy. The sound is softer, the lighting is lower, and there are adaptive Missals available, but the biggest difference is that there isn’t any stigma. Even if you or your child …
Today’s Video: Hope in the New Year

Father Mike Schmitz takes a look at Hope in the New Year. It’s hard to believe, yet we’re already in the 14th day of 2020. With each new year come new hopes, new plans, and new opportunities. Father Mike points out that this optimism and this “spirit” of New Year’s is …
The Catholic Spelunker for January 2020

Can you believe it is already 2020? In 2010, I had a 7-month-old. Now I have a 10-year-old. By 2030, he will probably be in college. Yikes. Every New Year is a chance for a new beginning – and people like new beginnings. But this new beginning feels special because …
New Book Celebrates Ministry of Franciscans

by Eileen Connelly, OSU A Franciscan friar has authored a new book that combines his deep love for his community and his passion for history. Franciscan Friars: Coast to Coast, by Father Jack Clark Robinson, was released in November by Arcadia Publishing as part of its “Images of America Series,” …
Did you know? St. Monica St. George

St. Monica Is the mother of convert St. Augustine. She is the patron saint of alcoholics, conversion, wives and mothers. St. George Is the patron of farmers, soldiers, archers, equestrians, chivalry, skin diseases and shepherds. A triptych of the saint from the church fits exactly on the building’s only remaining undecorated …
Today’s Video: Enthronement of Our Lord Christ the King

The Feast of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, on November 24, 2019, was like no other. The Most Rev. Archbishop Dennis Schnurr offered Mass to solemnly enthrone Our Lord Jesus on the altar and proclaim Him King of the Universe and King of America. All were invited …
Hope and Healing: Project Rachel Provides Post-Abortive Support to Women and Men

by Katie Sciba She was 19 years old when she found out she was pregnant. Afraid of disappointing her parents, Sarah* and her boyfriend decided to abort their child. “We were in quick and then the baby was gone,” she said, “and it was something I never talked about.” Sarah …
Five Ways for Young Adults to Get Involved in Your Parish (and for Your Parish to Welcome Them)

By Wayne Topp For many young adults, parishes are an enigma. They experience them as young children, and some may have been involved in their high school youth group. Then they went off to college. Half of those involved teenagers stayed engaged in their faith, while others simply “took a …
Being Pro-Life: Mental Illness: It’s More Common Than You Think by Bob Wurzelbacher

Gail and Scott have a son who started exhibiting difficult behaviors by the age of three. As he grew, he showed an assortment of extreme issues such as defiance, agitation, high anxiety and even delusions. Getting him to attend school and do homework became increasingly difficult, and ultimately he was …
January 3: The Epiphany Of Our Lord

The Epiphany of Our Lord is the Christian feast observed on Jan. 3, 2021. The word “epiphany” comes from the Greek epiphainen, a verb that means “to shine upon,” “to manifest,” or “to make known.” Thus, the feast of the Epiphany celebrates the many ways that Christ has made Himself …