Amid despair, simple power of presence
SAN DIEGO — Presence has enormous power. Power to make someone feel human. Power to bear witness. Power to bring God’s warm love into…
Power of faith, at sea and land
SAN DIEGO — Desperate immigrants fearing for their lives in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea and inside a U.S. courthouse. People of faith…
Unwavering presence for immigrants
SAN DIEGO — At times in recent weeks, federal authorities have made it more difficult for clergy members and volunteers to accompany immigrants at…
‘We are called to be one human family’
CALEXICO — “We live in a world where it is easy to become divided, but as followers of Christ, we are called to do…
Bishops Urge Immigration Officials to Safeguard All Vulnerable Women
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops issued the following statement on April 13 in response to reports of conditions faced by women…
Cardinals reflect on Church’s opposition to Iran war, mass deportations
WASHINGTON — In a segment called “Pope Leo’s Church” on the CBS News program “60 Minutes” on April 12, three U.S. cardinals heading archdioceses…
Cardinal: Catholic universities can lead way to restoring society
By Mark Zimmermann WASHINGTON — The nation’s colleges and universities “have a critical and substantive role to play in arresting the eclipse of the…
‘Many faithful are feeling very vulnerable’
By Norma de la Vega SAN DIEGO — Immigrants have worshipped at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church since it opened its doors more than…
Rule change supports religious workers in U.S.
WASHINGTON — The Trump Administration on Jan. 14 issued an Interim Final Rule that will soon be published in the Federal Register, which will impact…
‘Angels Unawares’ now dwell at USD
SAN DIEGO — Visitors to the University of San Diego should be prepared to encounter “Angels Unawares.” The sculpture, by artist Timothy Schmalz, was blessed and…
