In this issue: Prayer: Mother of all sorrows: There is Mary, the Mother, holding on her lap the dead body of her Son. There is an expressible pain displayed on Mary's face and yet there is a sense of a peaceful resignation, of unwavering hope and of compassionate love. Truly, she is La Pieta, the "Compassion".
Black Catholic: All Catholics should know: Black History Month, we can learn of some contributions by black women. These women are from every walk of life. Their one common factor is love for God. In fact, some even gave their lives for their faith. They are saints and/or present day holy women.
Education: Students show love and support for servicemen and women in Afghanistan "We wanted to show our love and support of the servicemen and women," said Immaculate Heart of Mary Principal Sister Regina Mullen. "They are giving so much of their time and their lives, really, to support our country."
In the Parishes: This week, focus on Philadelphia North's Maternity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Philadelphia and hear about what special devotions are observed, new ministries and parish history.
Vocation Series: Lay Vocations: Courtroom to the ghetto: lawyer turns missionary Why would a young, successful lawyer with a seemingly perfect life give it all up for a life of poverty and service?
To some Karen Pushaw’s decision seemed pure insanity. To her it meant answering her call from God. | The Word Became Flesh
Cardinal Justin Rigali's weekly column. Read it here!
Father Stan Fortuna: Rapping and preaching
Most people don't expect to hear the words "rapper" and "priest" to describe the same person, but both terms can be used to describe Father Stan Fortuna. The rapping priest in the gray habit is inspiring young people all over the world, most recently with his new CD entitled, "Adoration."
'Let the Children come to Me:' Adoration for Children
Ask any parent why they don't take their child to Eucharistic adoration and most will tell you the same thing. Children don't understand it. Father Antoine Thomas, of the Congregation of St. John and a native of France, has an answer that will give us cause to pause.
The family under siege: Taking shelter in His presence
Every Wednesday at 7 p.m. Mary Trudeau brings her family to the adoration chapel at St. David's Church in Willow Grove. She plugs in a CD player, hits the play button and takes a seat while the chapel fills with the gentle strains of sacred music.
The 'Pink Sisters:' Spiritual feasting
If you have a problem you can’t solve or a weakness you can’t seem to overcome, the Sister Servants of the Holy Spirit of Perpetual Adoration suggest you make a Lenten resolution to visit Our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament.
'Passion:' Our review and Cardinal's comments
In interview after interview, this world renowned Catholic has testified that he finally turned to God and asked for help. The Lord heard his prayer. He was inspired to produce a movie, using his own money, on the Passion and death of Jesus Christ, a movie that was faithful to the Gospels. Did he succeed?
| The Catholic Standard & Times
Issue of March 4, 2004 The Eucharist led me back to the Catholic Church: At one time, the Eucharist had no meaning for me. In fact I didn’t even believe in the real presence or in the reality of transubstantiation. Consequently, Eucharistic adoration — adoring a piece of “bread” — was the most foreign and insane idea to me.
How God has opened my eyes and changed my heart! Story
This fish is not at the box office: This article isn’t about a fish named “Nemo.” Rather, by
reading this article, you will gain a sense as to what FISH is, some of the events it sponsors and how you can become a part. FISH is the nickname of the St. Elizabeth high school youth group and stands for Faith In Serving Him. Story
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