The Mercy House distributed hundreds of free school supplies to students in need during its 2022 Back-to-School Giveaway in Newark. (Photo courtesy of the Archdiocese of Newark) Hundreds of free school supplies — along with sweet treats perfect for cooling down in the hot summer weather — will be provided to students in need at The Mercy House’s Back-to-School Giveaway and Italian Ice Social later this month.| American Catholic Tribune
Pope Francis has named Most Rev. Richard G. Henning ’86C, ’88G as the 10th bishop and seventh archbishop of the Archdiocese of Boston, MA. Archbishop-elect Henning is currently the bishop of the Diocese of Providence.| American Catholic Tribune
According to reports, Democrat presidential nominee Kamala Harris has chosen Minnesota Governor Tim Walz to serve as her running mate for the upcoming general election.| American Catholic Tribune
Jonathan Giardina ‘26 had to overcome initial nerves before presenting a motion to dismiss in court, where he was assisting on a case as an intern at Legal Services of the Hudson Valley (LSHV). This experience was part of his involvement in St. John’s Law School’s Summer Public Interest Fellowship Program, made possible by alumna Genie Cesar-Fabian ‘04.| American Catholic Tribune
Lt. Governor Jon Husted visited the Fast Track Learning Lab in Canton, Ohio, to explore its partnership with Walsh University’s Skilled Technical Workforce Program. This collaboration is revolutionizing the HVAC industry by equipping high school graduates, tradesmen, and career changers with advanced skills in technology and data analytics.| American Catholic Tribune
Our Lady of Lourdes Church, located at 508 Breckenridge Lane, will host a 13-week DivorceCare seminar and support group from August 28 to November 20. The sessions will take place from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.| American Catholic Tribune
By Maureen Boyle, OSV News| American Catholic Tribune
At the close of the National Eucharistic Congress on July 21, Bishop Andrew H. Cozzens of Crookston, Minnesota, addressed a crowd of 60,000 gathered at Indianapolis’ Lucas Oil Stadium. He encouraged them to identify one person in their lives to intentionally evangelize.| American Catholic Tribune
Celebrating an Aug. 3 Mass for the Outreach 2024 LGBTQ Catholic Ministry Conference at Georgetown University, Cardinal Wilton D. Gregory of Washington emphasized the importance of sincere dialogue in seeking unity within the Catholic Church.| American Catholic Tribune
A nursing candidate at St. John’s University recently received a prestigious scholarship for talented students with financial needs who are studying for a career in health care.| American Catholic Tribune
Archbishop Dennis M. Schnurr of Cincinnati has issued a statement addressing the opening ceremony of the Summer Olympics in Paris, which took place on July 26, 2024. The ceremony featured a controversial depiction of Leonardo da Vinci’s painting "The Last Supper," which Archbishop Schnurr described as a "grotesque, highly-sexualized parody." He expressed concern that this portrayal mocked the faith of 2.6 billion Christians worldwide and the institution of the Holy Eucharist.| American Catholic Tribune
Our Lady of Good Counsel Retreat House in Waverly will host the “Work of the Holy Angels” retreat from August 29 to September 1.| American Catholic Tribune
Chelsey Hare, director of communications for the National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion, discussed the first and only approved Marian apparition site in the United States in a recent interview with Corbin Hubbell, social media coordinator for the Catholic Diocese of Lincoln. The following is an edited transcript of their conversation.| American Catholic Tribune
Bishop James Conley received an award on July 25 from the Napa Institute during its 14th annual summer conference in Napa, California.| American Catholic Tribune
A question was posed to the Register: Can a man enter the seminary with tattoos?| American Catholic Tribune
Flannery O’Connor once remarked, “When in Rome, do as you done in Milledgeville.” Milledgeville was the small rural town in central Georgia where O’Connor spent most of her life. This contrast underscores her ironic twist on the old adage. When in Rome, she seems to be saying, do not cease to be yourself or forget your origins.| American Catholic Tribune
The Franciscan Sisters of the Sorrowful Mother are preparing to welcome more visitors to their 10-acre property in Nebraska City, following the dedication of their new chapel by Bishop James D. Conley this summer.| American Catholic Tribune
At the closing Mass of the National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis last month, Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle of the Philippines, commissioned as Pope Francis’ envoy, and chairman of the National Eucharistic Congress board Bishop Andrew Cozzens (Crookston, Minn.) ushered in the third phase of the Eucharistic Revival: sharing with others.| American Catholic Tribune
Archbishop John C. Wester of Santa Fe, New Mexico, has traveled to Japan on a “pilgrimage of peace” commemorating the 79th anniversary of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki during World War II. The pilgrimage, which the archbishop undertook last year as well, was announced Aug. 3 by the Santa Fe Archdiocese.| American Catholic Tribune
By Caroline de Sury, OSV News| American Catholic Tribune
En estos tiempos de incertidumbre política, es tentador ser cínico sobre las motivaciones y tácticas de los políticos y querer desentenderse de la política. Pero a pesar de lo que la gente suele decir, “política” no es una mala palabra. De hecho, como nos recuerda enérgicamente el Papa Francisco, los cristianos comprometidos y los ciudadanos fieles deben participar activamente en la política para garantizar el bien común.| American Catholic Tribune
By Cindy Wooden, Catholic News Service| American Catholic Tribune
In a recent message, Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, Archbishop of Newark, emphasized the importance of active political participation for committed Christians and faithful citizens. He cited Pope Francis' teachings to highlight that politics should not be seen as a negative arena but as an essential aspect of ensuring the common good.| American Catholic Tribune
Archbishop Shelton J. Fabre has announced several official appointments, effective August 17, 2024.| American Catholic Tribune
The Ursuline Sisters of Louisville will offer Taizé prayer on August 12 at 7 p.m. in the Ursuline Motherhouse Chapel, located at 3115 Lexington Road. No registration is necessary. For more information, call 896-2781 or email lfeldkamp@ursulineslou.org.| American Catholic Tribune
Mr. and Mrs. David Rice, members of St. Gabriel Church, celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary on July 10. Mrs. Rice, the former Michelle Minch, and Mr. Rice both work for the Commonwealth of Kentucky. The couple have one child.| American Catholic Tribune
St. John’s University’s Office of Alumni Relations concluded its first-ever expanded series of summer concerts on Tuesday, August 6, with a performance by the Queens Symphony Orchestra (QSO) in The Little Theatre on the Queens, NY campus.| American Catholic Tribune
Bishop’s Letter: Imitators of God| American Catholic Tribune
Walsh University has appointed Claire Corridoni as the new Director of Campus Ministry. Corridoni, an alumna of Walsh University, earned a Bachelor of Science in Education in 2018 as a Blouin Scholar. Since graduation, she has dedicated her life to ministry, serving in various roles across multiple parishes and dioceses. Her work includes significant contributions with NET Ministries in the USA and Scotland, where she led teams of young adults in retreat ministry and discipleship.| American Catholic Tribune
On the feast of The Transfiguration of the Lord, Aug. 6, Archbishop Shelton J. Fabre celebrated the annual opening Mass for educators heading into a new school year.| American Catholic Tribune
The Archdiocese of Newark Schools Office has announced that St. Nicholas Catholic School in Jersey City, which serves students in grades Pre-K to 8, will not reopen in September.| American Catholic Tribune