Historic cross on public property can stay, Supreme Court rules

Jun 20, 2019 | US & World

By Carol Zimmermann | Catholic News Service WASHINGTON (CNS) — In a 7-2 vote, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of preserving a historic cross-shaped memorial in Bladensburg, Maryland saying the cross did not endorse religion. The June 20 ruling reversed a...

Catholic aid group raises millions for persecuted Christians

Jun 20, 2019 | US & World

By Junno Arocho Esteves | Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Aid to the Church in Need raised over 111 million euros ($125 million) in 2018 to help support persecuted Christians, particularly in the Middle East where tens of thousands of Christians have...

Migration situation requires a humane, Christian response, official says

Jun 20, 2019 | US & World

By Cindy Wooden | Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY (CNS) — The Vatican recognizes how difficult it is for nations to manage the flow of migrants and refugees, but one thing is certain: “We must respond in a humane manner, a Christian manner, and we must...

Holy Spirit conducts symphony of communion, pope says at audience

Jun 20, 2019 | Pope Francis & Vatican

By Junno Arocho Esteves | Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Like an orchestra conductor leading a symphony of different sounds and harmonies, the Holy Spirit creates a masterpiece of unity and communion that extols God’s love, Pope Francis said....

Sacred Heart parishioners make mission trip to Haiti

Jun 19, 2019 | Local

Submitted by Pete Ludden For the second consecutive year, Father Richard Prior, pastor of Sacred Heart Church in Cicero, led a group of missionaries to Haiti for a week of hard work, prayer, and inspiring fellowship. The recipient of these goodwill trips is...