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March 2018

March 23

Passion Play casts characters in new light

March 23, 2018

If Mary Magdalene could retell the story of Jesus’ resurrection, what would she say?

St. John's Bible illuminates the Word of God

March 23, 2018

Kids like picture books. So why should children’s Bibles be any different?

Parents credit St. Charbel for saving the life of their baby

March 23, 2018

EDMONTON – Charbel Fadel is, in most ways, like any other two-year-old boy. He can’t sit still. He likes soccer. He gives high-fives to anyone who asks.

March 24

Br. André students put skills into overdrive

March 24, 2018

Hard work pays off. It can also get you an all expenses paid trip to New York City.

Prayer, Eucharist prepares Jim Caviezel for latest biblical role

March 24, 2018

Since he shot to fame 14 years ago after playing Jesus in Mel Gibson’s religious blockbuster The Passion of Christ, Jim Caviezel has turned down several biblical roles.

Young people ask for a humble Church, welcoming and merciful

March 24, 2018

VATICAN – Young people want to know they are valued members of the Catholic Church and that their questions and struggles are taken seriously enough that someone will spend time with them discussing issues rather than simply repeating "prefabricated" responses, said delegates to a meeting in Rome.

God's word on Sunday: A true prophet is willing to pay a steep price

March 24, 2018

Passion (Palm) Sunday, March 25 (Year B) Isaiah 50:4-7; Psalm 22; Philippians 2:6-11; Mark 14:1-15:47

U.S. Catholic school students join peers in march against gun violence

March 24, 2018

WASHINGTON – In the parish hall of Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Washington, elders handed markers to younger members of the parish as they filled in posters with the Gospel-based message from the Book of Isaiah that they wanted others to see at the March for Our Lives event the next day: "And the children will lead us."

March 25

Do not keep quiet, Pope says to youth on Palm Sunday

March 25, 2018

VATICAN – Celebrating Palm Sunday Mass with thousands of young people, Pope Francis urged them to continue singing and shouting "hosanna" in the world, proclaiming the lordship of Jesus and following his example of outreach to the poor and suffering.

Editorial: Hope for the Holy Land

March 25, 2018

Pope Paul V was a controversial leader in turbulent times. His biography cites a fondness for luxury, penchant for nepotism and persecution of Galileo, but also lauds his completion of St. Peter’s Basilica, contributions to education and the arts, encouragement of New World missionaries and the canonization St. Charles Borromeo.

Cathy Majtenyi: Arguments for legal weed mostly smoke and mirrors

March 25, 2018

Coming to a location near you: OCS, the Ontario government’s latest retail venture, set to open its doors later this year.

Bob Brehl: Free speech takes a beating at universities

March 25, 2018

Jordan Peterson is a University of Toronto psychology professor, best-selling author, cultural critic, international media celebrity — and lightning rod.

Glen Argan: Nicodemus represents hope for humanity

March 25, 2018

Nicodemus is the organization man who realizes his organization does not have the answers. So, he looks further afield. You are not supposed to do that, but he does it anyway. His heart hungers for more than arid policies, and what do you know, but he finds that something more.

March 26

Filipino cardinal brings grateful message to Canada

March 26, 2018

VANCOUVER – A standing ovation from 2,700 people reverberated inside the Queen Elizabeth Theatre even before the smiling Cardinal of Manila spoke into the microphone.

Pope praises French policeman who gave his life to save hostage

March 26, 2018

VATICAN – Pope Francis joined leaders praising a French police officer who "gave his life out of a desire to protect people" during a terrorist attack.

Like St. Joseph, police protect pilgrims from danger, Pope says

March 26, 2018

VATICAN – Pope Francis expressed his gratitude to the men and women who work day in and day out protecting him and millions of pilgrims who visit St. Peter's Basilica each year.

U.S., world urged to help Jordan aid refugees, end Syrian civil war

March 26, 2018

SOUTHERN SHUNEH, Jordan – The United States has a responsibility to help Jordan as it struggles to support hundreds of thousands of Syrian refugees and must actively seek to end Syria's long civil war, American human rights advocate Kerry Kennedy told a conference on forced migration.

The Easter Triduum leads to understanding of Passion

March 26, 2018

On Ash Wednesday, the mark of ashes on our foreheads led us into our journey of faith in the Holy Season of Lent. Throughout this journey, we have tried to make some progress in our spiritual lives so we can be ready to celebrate Easter.

March 27

A sweet family legacy is filling up Easter baskets

March 27, 2018

Running a small business is a lot like making babka: It takes time, effort and patience but the end result is something truly sweet.

Mary, Mother of the Church should be celebrated this year, Cardinal Sarah says

March 27, 2018

VATICAN – Reminding bishops, pastors and Catholics around the world that all Latin-rite Catholics should celebrate the feast of Mary, Mother of the Church on the Monday after Pentecost this year, Cardinal Robert Sarah said the celebration should take precedence over any other possible liturgy that day.