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In an alternative life, Cardinal Thomas Collins might never have been a bishop, an archbishop or a cardinal. He might very happily have remained a professor of New Testament with an intense interest in the Apocalypse of John. He would have dedicated himself to the formation of the next generation of priests at St. Peter’s Seminary in London, Ont., and happily translated the wisdom he encountered in academic study into homilies that resonate with the worries and hopes of ordinary Christians.
Basilians celebrate humble bicentennial
By Michael Swan, The Catholic RegisterIt’s funny how 200 years can sneak up on you, but the Basilian Fathers plan to celebrate their bicentennial quietly, modestly, prayerfully, humbly.
2021: A Church in crisis confronts its sins
By Michael Swan, The Catholic RegisterThis entire year turned on three unexpected words — “ground-penetrating radar.”
Priestly life celebrated in art
By Wendy-Ann Clarke, The Catholic RegisterChristmas is a time to celebrate for Fr. Herman Falke each year, but that celebration will be special as he marks the release of his latest book.
Christmas stamps feature work of homeless artist
By Junno Arocho Esteves, Catholic News ServiceVATICAN CITY -- Adam Piekarski, a homeless man from Lódz, Poland, never imagined that the sketches he would draw in his free time while waiting for the public showers near Bernini’s Colonnade would lead to the opportunity of a lifetime.
Bear witness to the hopeful joy of Christ
By Catholic Register StaffA message from the CCCB President on Christmas and New Year’s Day
St. Joseph a picture of authentic masculinity
By Wendy-Ann Clarke, The Catholic RegisterThe Knights of Columbus are offering for free its latest film that takes a deep look into the life of Jesus’ foster father as a model of character and virtue for this generation.
Crafty mother’s skills aid abused women
By Wendy-Ann Clarke, The Catholic RegisterStay-at-home mom Jessica Fraga is using her love of crafting again this year to raise funds for abused women.
Special needs students shine with clothing drive
By Quinton Amundson, The Catholic RegisterA Christmas tree adorned with scarves, gloves, toques and jackets instead of the classic bells, ornaments and ribbons is captivating plenty of eyes at the entrance of Toronto’s Loretto College School.
Making sure young mothers aren’t left out at Christmas
By Michael Swan, The Catholic RegisterNot every young woman hears that blessed is the fruit of her womb. More than a few young women are left isolated, afraid, overwhelmed from the moment they know they’re pregnant.
A ray of Christmas joy for Lebanese children
By Doreen Abi Raad, Catholic News ServiceBEIRUT -- For 1,600 Maronite Catholic children in crisis-stricken Lebanon, Advent has awakened a ray of hope.