Patrick of Ireland: The saint you thought you knew
If Ireland’s patron saint were to peek out from his grave on March 17, he would be dumbfounded by the celebrations and shenanigans that take place around the world in his honor. It’s a safe bet that St. Patrick never downed a green beer, dressed like a leprechaun,...
Patrick of Ireland: The saint you thought you knew
If Ireland’s patron saint were to peek out from his grave on March 17, he would be dumbfounded by the celebrations and shenanigans that take place around the world in his honor. It’s a safe bet that St. Patrick never downed a green beer, dressed like a leprechaun,...
National Catholic Register: Cartoonist draws on faith
MAY 14, 2009 — Steve Breen and his wife, Cathy, had just finished a 54-day novena to St. Joseph when they got the news that he had won his second Pulitzer Prize. Breen’s cartoons are nationally syndicated and regularly appear in The New York Times, USA Today, Newsweek...
Benedict XVI in Jordan: The papal drive-by
BETHANY BEYOND THE JORDAN (May 12, 2009) — As the pea gravel crunched beneath my feet, I couldn't help but think of the Last Supper where Jesus washed the feet of his disciples. The chalky dust not only covered my shoes, but permeated the air as we walked the path to...
Benedict XVI in Jordan: The Good Shepherd
AMMAN, Jordan (May 10, 2009) — It's amazing to think that in a country with only 109,000 Catholics, nearly a third of them piled into Amman's International Stadium on Sunday for an open-air papal Mass. After departing the media center at 6:00 am, I expected the horde...
Kresta in the Afternoon: Benedict XVI in Jordan
AMMAN, Jordan (May 11, 2009)—I had the honor of being the final guest on Kresta in the Afternoon this afternoon, live (via Skype) from Amman, Jordan. Ave Maria Radio produces the daily program, which is heard around the world on EWTN Radio and Sirius/XM Satellite...
Benedict XVI in Jordan: The Good Shepherd
AMMAN, Jordan (May 11, 2009) — It's amazing to think that in a country with only 109,000 Catholics, nearly a third of them piled into Amman's International Stadium on Sunday for an open-air papal Mass. After departing the media center at 6:00 am, I expected the horde...
Benedict XVI in Jordan: The promised land
MOUNT NEBO, Jordan (May 11, 2009) — Moses wandered in the desert for 40 years before he saw the Promised Land. It took me almost 41. But my wanderings haven't all been in the desert. Earlier today, about 150 people -- media, guests, and clergy -- gathered atop...
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