Was Squanto Catholic? What we know about this hero of the first Thanksgiving
By Jonah McKeown St. Louis, Mo., Nov 23, 2023 / 04:00 am In 1621, lacking both the skills and the resources necessary to survive in the harsh territory of New England, European pilgrims encountered a miracle: a Native American who not only spoke English but who also used his skills and …
Church Militant’s Michael Voris steps down after ‘morality clause’ violation
By Daniel Payne CNA Staff, Nov 22, 2023 / 11:45 am Michael Voris, the founder of St. Michael’s Media which operates the controversial Catholic media outlet Church Militant, resigned this week over an undisclosed “morality” violation, the company said on Tuesday. Church Militant posted on its website on Tuesday that Voris had “been …
Did you know? Our Lord Christ the King Church
Written by Gail Finke Illustrated by Emma Cassani Our Lord Christ the King Church, founded in 1926 in Cincinnati’s Mt. Lookout neighborhood, was the first parish named for Our Lord under the title “King.” Its school, Cardinal Pacelli, was named for a visitor who later became a pope. The interior …
Pope Francis congratulates president-elect Milei of Argentina in phone call
By Julieta Villar ACI Prensa Staff, Nov 21, 2023 / 18:20 pm Pope Francis contacted the president-elect of Argentina, Javier Milei, to congratulate him on his victory in Sunday’s runoff presidential election. The libertarian economist, who ran for the La Libertad Avanza (Freedom Advances) party, will take office on Dec. 10. …
On assassination anniversary, Catholics reflect on JFK’s faith and life
By Francesca Pollio Fenton CNA Staff, Nov 22, 2023 / 05:00 am Nov. 22, 1963, was a day of mourning for the United States as President John F. Kennedy was assassinated. Now, 60 years later, Catholics continue to look back at his life and legacy and the role his faith played …
Throwback Thursday: Abraham Lincoln’s Proclamation of Thanksgiving Day
Though not in the printed edition of The Catholic Telegraph which was in its 32nd year, below is the text of President Lincoln’s Thanksgiving Proclamation: By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation The year that is drawing toward its close has been filled with the blessings …
Thanksgiving: 10 saintly quotes to reflect on this Thanksgiving
by Katie Yoder Washington, D.C. Newsroom, Nov 25, 2021 / 00:00 am A thanksgiving should be made to God each and every day, according to the saints in heaven. In special celebration of the Thanksgiving holiday, here are 10 saintly quotes on the importance of gratitude. 1. St. Mother Teresa of …
After losses, pro-life movement sees need to adjust strategy for 2024 referendums
By Tyler Arnold Washington, D.C. Newsroom, Nov 21, 2023 / 15:30 pm With nearly a dozen abortion-related referendums possible on state ballots in 2024, the pro-life movement is looking to adjust its strategy after suffering a string of referendum losses, including November’s 13-point defeat in Ohio. “We need to get better …
ARCHBISHOP MOELLER HIGH SCHOOL NAMES A NEW PRINCIPAL
(CINCINNATI, OHIO, November 21, 2023) Michael Shaffer is Archbishop Moeller High School’s next principal, taking the helm from Carl Kremer who will continue in an administrative role and will remain as the head basketball coach. Mike joined Moeller in 2003 as a religion and psychology teacher. He quickly found success …
Did you Know? St. Bernard of Clairvaux
1919 St. Bernard parish established. 1920 Current church, an unusual variation of Mission Revival design by JF Sheblessy, built. 1925 St. Bernard School, a more typical version of Mission Revival, but made of brick, built. Staffed by Franciscan Sisters of Oldenburg. 1932 Marian grotto built on what is now the …
