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The Love of Excellence
John Lancaster Spalding (1840-1916) was the first bishop of Peoria, Illinois–born in Lebanon, Kentucky of one of the oldest Catholic families in America. Ordained in 1863 and consecrated bishop in …
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Pope Leo XIV: Peace begins with dignity, not weapons
As the Church marks the 12th World Day of Prayer and Awareness against Human Trafficking, Pope Leo XIV renewed what he called the Church’s “urgent call” to end a crime …
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Pope Leo XIV: Peace begins with dignity, not weapons
In a message for the Church’s Feb. 8 World Day of Prayer and Awareness against Human Trafficking, the pope warns that conflict and inequality fuel exploitation. A close-up of “Let …
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On Billie Eilish, stolen property, and performative moral theater
If you’re anything like me, you didn’t know the name Billie Eilish until you heard the news of her declaration on the Grammy stage: “No one is illegal on stolen …
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Archbishop Ronald Hicks Takes Helm of Archdiocese of New York
Jeffrey Bruno/EWTN NewsArchbishop Ronald Hicks delivering the homily at his installation Mass at St. Patrick’s Cathedral on February. 6, 2026. Addressing his new flock directly, Archbishop Hicks said, ‘I desire …
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Archbishop Ronald Hicks takes helm of Archdiocese of New York
New York Catholics enjoyed an in-door moment of spiritual warmth, during an extreme cold spell in the region, with the installation mass of Archbishop Ronald Hicks on February 6. While …
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Salt, Cities, and Disciples
Readings: • Is 58:7-10 • Ps 112:4-5, 6-7, 8-9 • 1 Cor 2:1-5 • Mt. 5:13-16 It is small, simple, and composed mostly of something that doesn’t sound tasty at …
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Acknowledge spiritual assistance in addressing mental health needs, Vatican diplomat tells WHO (Holy See Mission)
Addressing the executive board of the World Health Organization, a Vatican diplomat called for a greater recognition of the value of spiritual assistance for those suffering from mental health challenges. …
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Sierra Leone’s bishops condemn attacks on priests, missions (ACI Africa)
The bishops of Sierra Leone condemned the “frequent and targeted attacks on our Clergy, Religious and the looting of mission properties.” Such attacks are an “assault on the peace and …
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With music and multicultural witness, Ronald Hicks begins his New York ministry
At his installation Mass, Archbishop Ronald Hicks described a church that feeds the hungry, upholds human dignity, protects children, promotes healing for survivors, cares for creation and builds unity.