Pope St. John Paul II initiated the celebration of World Day of the Sick to show solidarity with the ill and their caregivers, and to encourage the faithful to pray for them.
Dr. Vera Bailey's family escaped from a civil war in Liberia, West Africa, and emigrated to America – where the “American” Catholic Church differed from the church back home.
We pray that every baptized person may be engaged in evangelization, available to the mission, by being witnesses of a life that has the flavor of the Gospel.
After years of searching, planning, preparing, being told no, finding God’s yes, St. Clare’s Home opened its doors to provide housing and educational care to expectant women, and their already-born children if needed.
Thinking back to my grandmother, I can say without reservation that she loved me unconditionally. I not only want my grandchildren to know that same unconditional love, I want to share with them my love for the Catholic faith.
In recalling some of the milestones of his 39-year ministry, Msgr. Edward Lofton lists an impressive resume of building churches and communities, while responding to the people entrusted to his care.