Our Feature Articles:
What’s in a name? — The meaning behind the Pope’s choice of ‘Francis’
March 18, 2013
When Cardinal Jean-Louis Tauran announced that newly elected pope Jorge Mario Bergoglio “takes for himself the name Francisco” Catholics around the world were not only surprised but delighted. His papal identity honors St. Francis Assisi — an iconic figure in Church history known as a servant to the poor and destitute, a lover of nature, and preacher who embraced all humanity including people of other faiths.
Qui sibi nomen imposuit Fransiscum. Who has chosen to call himself, Francis.
March 14, 2013
Qui sibi nomen imposuit Fransiscum. Who has chosen to call himself, Francis. These words announced from the Balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica by Cardinal Jean-Louis Tauran made known the first decision of the new Holy Father, Pope Francis. Previously, Pope Francis was called Jorge Bergoglio. Why did he change his name?
Humo Blanco de la Capilla Sixtina señala nuevo pontífic
March 13, 2013
CIUDAD DEL VATICANO (CNS) – Sorprendiendo a las multitudes a nivel mundial, nubes de humo blancas brotaron de la chimenea en el techo de la Capilla Sixtina este 13 de marzo, lo que indica un papa ha sido elegido en la quinta votación del cónclave.
Cursillo / 'A Little Course' to spark your faith life
March 8, 2013
As Catholics around the world begin the penitential season of Lent, the Year of Faith has come into full effect. Pope Benedict XVI has described the Year of Faith as a “summons to an authentic and renewed conversion to the Lord, the One Savior of the world” (Porta Fidei, 6) but what does that mean? How can the Faithful respond to this call?
Nine-year-old hero receives Humanitarian of the Year from the K of C and Catholic Daughers
March 5, 2013
Eighth grade recipients of the American Way Award listened attentively Feb. 9 inside the Nolan Catholic High School auditorium as speakers praised their exemplary attitude toward God and country, but the actions of a younger student are what captured their imaginations.
More Feature Articles:
Cassata High School meets personal needs of students struggling in typical high school environments (February 26, 2013)
KJT Society's donation to Our Lady of Mercy Parish in Hillsboro (January 29, 2013)
