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Editorial: Led by children, families witnessed the love of Jesus Almost 6,000 Catholics gathered to celebrate the Real Presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist last Sunday at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul in Philadelphia. That’s right: 6,000. Guest Columnist Room 117: Memories and hope By Father Stephen D. Thorne Homily Homily of Cardinal Justin Rigali Solemnity of Corpus Christi Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul Sunday, May 25, 2008 Homily Homily of Cardinal Justin Rigali Day of Prayer for Church in China Holy Redeemer Church May 24, 2008 Homily Homily of Cardinal Justin Rigali Mass during Academic Honors Convocation for Secondary Education Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul May 20, 2008 Business News Media business puts faith in advertising Integrity and honesty are the foundation for Syndicate Pictures. Hispanic Catholics Promoting solutions to the immigration crisis In the national debate about immigration reform, the Catholic Church has been clear about ensuring that the dignity of the immigrant is respected and that families are safeguarded. Sports Nazareth coach ‘throws out book,’ calls on 3 pitchers, scores league title Yes, high school athletics are supposed to be about the teenagers and not the adults. Profile Meet Delaware County’s new vicar: Father George Majoros |
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First communicants attend memorable Corpus Christi Mass
Nearly 6,000 Catholics gathered for Mass at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul and an outdoor procession to show their love for Jesus Christ in the Eucharist on the Feast of Corpus Christi Sunday, May 25. Medieval order gives top honor to Cardinal Three ancient orders of the Catholic Church came together to honor Cardinal Justin Rigali in a solemn Mass and reception Friday, May 23 at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary. Maternity B.V.M. launches capital campaign Maternity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish has long been a presence in the Bustleton section of Philadelphia — a presence that the pastor and parishioners hope to continue for years to come. Cardinal Rigali leads prayers for Church in China Last year Pope Benedict XVI set aside May 24, the feast of Our Lady Help of Christians, as a worldwide time of special prayer for the often-persecuted Church in China. The feast was fitting because Chinese Catholics venerate the Blessed Virgin Mary. Britain's Chief Rabbi cites strong Catholic-Jewish ties Rabbi Sir Jonathan Sacks, the Chief Rabbi of the British Commonwealth, believes we face the possibility that the 21st century could be a century of unprecedented power for destruction. African-American Catholics in ministry earn certificates A festive spirit of reunion took hold at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary recently. Those who earned their Ministry to African American Catholics (MAAC) certificates over the past decade were out in full force to support this year’s graduates. Awards will enable students to pursue academic dreams Michael Shipley of Annunciation B.V.M. School hopes to be an electrician when he grows up. Cierra Hall of St. Thomas Aquinas School plans to be a pediatrician. |
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