By Mark Zimmermann Catholic Standard / OSV News WASHINGTON — Juneteenth and the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence provided the context for a June 15 online discussion on the importance of acknowledging the nation’s racial history honestly so the work of justice and equality can continue. “We actually have to have the courage […]
Bishops consecrate U.S. to Sacred Heart amid busy meeting
OSV News ORLANDO, Florida — The second day of public sessions at the U.S. bishops’ spring plenary culminated with the much anticipated consecration of the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus during a late afternoon Mass June 11 at the Basilica of the National Shrine of Mary, Queen of the Universe. After concluding […]
Pilgrimage reaches nation’s capital ahead of 250th anniversary
By Mark Zimmermann Catholic Standard / OSV News While flashy events are planned in the U.S. capital for the Independence Day weekend, a prayerful commemoration of the United States’ 250th anniversary unfolded June 5-6 as the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage came to Washington to renew and deepen faith in Jesus Christ in the Eucharist. The pilgrimage […]
Bishops detail faith-based ways to mark nation’s birthday
OSV News WASHINGTON — As the U.S. prepares to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops has encouraged Catholics to participate in initiatives including a collective “250 Hours of Adoration” and “250 Works of Mercy.” To celebrate the occasion, “America 250,” […]