Life Style
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What Every Catholic Needs To Know About Funerals
- It is one of the most important events a Catholic community celebrates in a
person's life, but one so often misunderstood and increasingly ignored. The
funeral Mass. The funeral liturgy in a church setting is a final opportunity to
commend the deceased to God's mercy, and to reflect on how the person's life
mirrored the love and teachings of Jesus Christ, who promises that one day, the
Christian will rise again and live with him in the New Jerusalem. Forever.
Youth & Young Adults
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 Why Won’t You Stay? Where Shall We Go?
- As a young adult, John 6:48-68 happens to be one of my top 10 favorite
sections in the Gospel readings. It was Jesus, drawing a line in the sand!
Making a bold and definitive declaration, which he reiterated thoroughly and
clearly. I love this passage because it speaks to the Holy Eucharistic and I
chose this scripture passage because of the question he asks toward the end. A
question, fellow African-American Catholics, especially the young adults among
us deal with daily. "Do you also want to leave?"
 What Happens When Girls Say "Yes" Part 2 -
I told you that saying "Yes" would not be easy, right? Taking the high road
never is. What if I said that you would not have any regrets by saying "Yes" to
God? Regrets. Yeah, those. Regrets are those nagging thoughts that stay in your
head and play over and over again. "If I had only done…" "If I had just said…"
"If I had never went to…" If we could go back and change the choices we have
made, many of us would. Especially when it comes to choices about boys. Boys
make things complicated.
NBCC Spotlight
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 Fr. Cyprian Davis, OSB, Named Professor Emeritus
- Fr. Cyprian Davis, OSB, has been named professor emeritus of Saint Meinrad
Seminary and School of Theology, St. Meinrad, IN. He is the first faculty member
to receive this recognition in the Seminary and School of Theology. He was
honored by students, staff and faculty at a school banquet on September 27. He
currently teaches Church history at Saint Meinrad.
Saving St. Anthony - A Success Story
- It was early July when the word went out: The Diocese has closed St Anthony
School and summoned the teachers to turn in their keys as they were terminated.
After 51 years of offering an educational alternative to a low to moderate
income community, a local treasure was on the verge of being snatched away.
 2011 National Black Catholic Survey
- 2011 National Black Catholic SurveyThe National Black Catholic Congress, Inc.
(NBCC) released an unprecedented national study of African American Catholics.
The study reveals several significant insights into individual religious
engagement and identifies several notable demographic trends facing the church.
NBCC News
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Archbishop Dolan Remembers Cardinal John Foley For His Kindness, Dedication To Church, Communications
Catholic Bishops, Other Religious Groups Lobby For Unemployment Insurance Extension
Father Augustus Tolton for Sainthood - Video On Youtube
Call to the Priesthood - YOUtube video
Teaching young about human dignity promotes peace, justice, pope says
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Spirituality >>
Enthronement of the Sacred Hearts and other Catholic Devotions
- If you knew where the door to God was, would you open the door? If you had a
gilded invitation from God, would you accept it? If you discovered the path to
God's dwelling, would you walk on it? If God reached out for your touch, would
you give it?
Speaking Words of Love
- Often we remain silent when we need to speak. Without words, it is hard to
love well. When we say to our parents, children, lovers, or friends, "I love you
very much" or "I care for you" or "I think of you often" or "You are my greatest
gift," we choose to give life.
Health & Wellness >>
Autism & Learning Disorders -
As a parent, you never want to believe that your precious child may have a
problem. But when it comes to autism, catching it early can make a huge
difference. The younger your child is at diagnosis, the greater the impact
treatment can have on the symptoms of autism and other developmental problems.
It's vital for parents to recognize the warning signs in their babies and
toddlers.
The Therapeutic Benefits of Pets -
Professionally trained helper animals-such as guide dogs for the blind-offer
obvious benefits to us human folk. However, the average domestic pet, such as a
dog, cat, rabbit-even a goldfish-can also provide us with many therapeutic
benefits. Pets can ease our loneliness, reduce our stress, promote social
interaction, encourage exercise and playfulness, and provide us with
unconditional love and affection.
Book of the Month
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 Scripture In The Church: The Synod on the Word of God
- Who should read the Bible? What is the biblical word? How is Scripture to be
interpreted? How is it to be prayed and lived? How does Scripture call forth the
Church's entire life and mission? In October 2008 the Synod on the Word of God
in the Life and Mission of the Church took place in Rome.
Author of the Month
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 James Chukwuma Okoye, CSSp
- James Chukwuma Okoye, CSSp, is the Carroll Stuhlmueller Professor of Old
Testament at Catholic Theological Union, Chicago. His teaching and ministry
place him among people of many diverse cultures. Okoye has been Provincial of
his Nigerian Congregation of Spirtians and General Assistant in the
Congregation's headquarters in Rome. He was a member of the International
Theological Commission and a peritus of the 1994 First Synod of Bishop of
Africa.
Upcoming Events
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Archdiocese of Washington Liturgy - to celebrate the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
January 14, 2012
The 33rd Annual National Prayer Vigil for Life
January 22-23, 2012
National Day of Prayer For the African American and African Family
February 5, 2012
For full details on upcoming events visit The NBCC Events
or the
Calendar page.
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The National Black Catholic Congress, Inc. (NBCC) released an
unprecedented national study of African American Catholics. The study reveals several significant insights
into individual religious engagement and identifies several notable demographic trends facing the church.
