Global group of pastors looks at parishes, synodality and mission

The collaboration of laity and priests in the life of a parish and in outreach to the surrounding community “is not a strategy,” but the result of taking the sacraments of baptism and confirmation seriously rather than allowing it to remain “a beautiful principle, a virtuous and pious intention,” a Canadian theologian told hundreds of pastors.

Italian leader says Pope Francis will join G7 discussion on AI

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni announced that Pope Francis would participate in a G7 “outreach” discussion on artificial intelligence when the leaders of the world’s leading industrialized nations countries meet in southern Italy in mid-June.

Professional and pastoral development of priests

The project of renewing parish life in the archdiocese has many facets. Among them is the ongoing formation and development of our priests. With the help of grants from major foundations and local donors, we have invested in a number of new initiatives aimed at encouraging and assisting our priests to develop their leadership skills, both professionally and pastorally.

Habit forming

I slept later than I meant to today, and when I did get up, I was facing a full slate of Things That Must Be Done.

Archdiocesan priests celebrate jubilee milestone

Every year, Chicago Catholic honors archdiocesan priests celebrating jubilees, men who have dedicated themselves to serving the Lord through the Catholic Church. They often wear many hats, such as pastor, administrator, maintenance man, cook, accountant, friend. They have served mostly as parish priests, and some have also served as teachers, chaplains and counselors. Chicago Catholic congratulates and thanks them.

Synod asks pastors to share stories, see how God is at work

By sharing their own stories and those of their parishes, pastors from around the world can help each other see where God is present and, perhaps, discover new paths the Lord wants Catholics to embark on to share the Gospel with the world, said Cardinal Mario Grech, secretary-general of the Synod of Bishops.

Empowering vulnerable mothers

Motherhood is a beautiful and awesome responsibility. As a mother myself, I can attest there is nothing like it. It offers countless opportunities to experience love beyond all imagining.

May 12: Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord

In a few weeks, graduation season will begin. Many young people from grammar schools to graduate schools are impatiently waiting for their graduation day.

May 5: Sixth Sunday of Easter

“This is my commandment: Love one another.” One would think that this is an easy commandment to fulfill, but consider who is asking.

Ignite the fire of faith in people’s hearts, pope tells religious

Religious men and women need to be setting people’s faith on fire, not stamping it out, Pope Francis said.
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