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Cardinal Schönborn warns of schism as Rome halts German bishops’ vote on lay committee

By OSV News | February 21, 2024 | 0 Comments

AUGSBURG, Germany (OSV News) – Cardinal Christoph Schönborn of Vienna has warned of schism as German bishops want to keep to their reform course despite the latest letter from Rome, which halted the vote on the statutes of a Synodal Committee. The move has proceed “in dialogue with Rome”, the president … Read More about Cardinal Schönborn warns of schism as Rome halts German bishops’ vote on lay committee

Dunedin cathedral angels regain their wings

By NZ Catholic contributor | February 20, 2024 | 0 Comments

by JEFF DILLON Joy was definitely in the air on Gaudete Sunday (December 17) in Advent at St Joseph’s Cathedral, Dunedin, at the 10.30 am Mass, and it wasn’t just in anticipation of the lighting of the pink candle. As the congregation began to assemble, people’s attention focused on the … Read More about Dunedin cathedral angels regain their wings

Life Teen Summer Camp re-ignites teens’ spiritual sparks with the real presence of Christ

By NZ Catholic contributor | February 19, 2024 | 0 Comments

By MINA AMSO Hundreds of teenagers from throughout New Zealand enjoyed Life Teen Summer Camp last month, with a memorable theme to reflect upon – “the real presence”. Activities co-ordinator Thomas Dravitzki said that the planning team was “delighted” with the turnout this year, with nearly 200 youngsters turning up. … Read More about Life Teen Summer Camp re-ignites teens’ spiritual sparks with the real presence of Christ

Palmerston North bishop argues for Catholic thought in the public square today

By Michael Otto | February 16, 2024 | 2 Comments

By MICHAEL OTTO Is there a case for Roman Catholic thought in the public square today? That was the question put by Palmerston North Bishop John Adams in a homily at the Te Kupenga Catholic Theological College inaugural Mass for 2024 celebrated at Sacred Heart church, Ponsonby. The answer, Bishop … Read More about Palmerston North bishop argues for Catholic thought in the public square today

Catholic mother of 2 killed in Chiefs’ Super Bowl parade mass shooting

By OSV News | February 16, 2024 | 1 Comment

(OSV News) – Lisa Lopez-Galvan, a Catholic mother of two and beloved disc jockey for the KKFI radio station in Kansas City, Missouri, was killed on February 14 amid a mass shooting following the Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl victory parade. “It is with sincere sadness and an extremely heavy and … Read More about Catholic mother of 2 killed in Chiefs’ Super Bowl parade mass shooting

Catholic experts share tips for navigating Ash Wednesday and Valentine’s Day

By OSV News | February 14, 2024 | 1 Comment

By KATIE YODER WASHINGTON (OSV News) – Catholic couples and liturgical experts are advising how to observe Ash Wednesday – the beginning of the Latin Church’s penitential season of Lent leading up to Easter – which falls on Valentine’s Day, February 14, this year. The former is a day of prayer, … Read More about Catholic experts share tips for navigating Ash Wednesday and Valentine’s Day