…nations. The pandemic revealed “our common weakness, our shared fragility,” he said. “However, instead of fostering cooperation for the universal common good, we see more and more walls rising around…

…seeks. California had banned all public worship statewide once the pandemic struck in March, allowing them to reopen in late May, but leaving the ultimate decision to cities and counties….

…to lose anymore.” At that, the siblings erupted in laughter. They pulled in their mother, Luz, for a hug — three resilient women guffawing and crying simultaneously. The church community…

…of Christ’s resurrection: the baptism of adults and children, first holy Communion (Eucharist), confirmation, ordination (holy orders), and weddings (matrimony). Each sacrament renews the Paschal Mystery — Christ’s passion, death,…

…States to establish an ecumenical commission, which sought to improve relations among Christian denominations (1962). Russell, along with other bishops, submitted suggestions (Latin: vota) for the agenda of Vatican II…

…in case the baby in my belly decided to come early. And we left our home behind, a Category 4 hurricane barreling toward our beloved town. I’ve evacuated from hurricanes…