Arts
For the sake of Oberammergau's Passion: Every ten years, Bavarian town becomes Calvary
There are probably thousands of Passion plays put on around the world during the Easter season, but you would be hard pressed to find a more unique version than the one held in a small town in Germany’s Bavarian Alps.
Rural Ontario high school recognized for their stewardship of creation
Playwright presents the Catholic Church, world in human terms
Producer Pete Shilaimon captures his faith in films
If faith is meant for all people, then it is also meant for the box office.
Priest follows the trail of three wise men
Sermon on the screen: Priest plays himself in 'Lady Bird'
Nativity story takes a look at the wild side
Seeing the nativity story from the animals’ point of view … well, that’s another story altogether, though the director of animated film The Star has hopes for it becoming a classic, too.
Poetry book a bittersweet dream come true
Granddaughter sheds fresh light on Dorothy Day
'mother!' adds new twist on God and Bible
Art showcases migrant journey at Nuit Blanche
For students at Msgr. Fraser College, that imagery depicts a migrant’s journey to a new land. And it was the central theme of an indoor art installation students created for Toronto’s annual Nuit Blanche all-night festival.
Singer finds strength in life of St. Thérèse
Josie Grossi was 20 years old when she was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in May 1987. Her doctors didn’t give her much hope. They told her there was no known cure. There wasn’t any medication that could slow down the deterioration of her central nervous system and eventually, she would need a wheelchair.
Artists join forces to create Catholic humour
John Smillie was just 15 when he stumbled into the world of Catholic comics. In October 2015, he posted a drawing on his Facebook page of the child Jesus tugging on the dress of an exasperated Mother Mary, yelling “Mom, mom, mom….”