“It’s been a ray of sunshine in an otherwise almost gloomy atmosphere.”
April, 2020

Pandemic highlights disparities in ethnic communities+
In the U.S. COVID-19 death rates among black or African Americans and Latinos have been "substantially higher" than other groups.
Kellenberg brings Marianist spirit, learning to the home+
The comfortable rhythm of a typical day on campus was maintained by providing students with the continuity of following their regular nine-period academic schedule, albeit remotely.
Pope composes prayers for end of pandemic to be recited after rosary+
Pope Francis asked Catholics to make a special effort in May to pray the rosary, united with believers around the world asking for Mary's intercession in stopping the coronavirus pandemic.
Pope prays for teachers, students adapting to online learning+
Let us pray today for teachers who have to work so hard in order to do lessons on the internet and other media.
Chinese students from St. Anthony’s H.S. arrange medical gear shipment+
Li and Yan are among the 247 international students from 16 nations who attend St. Anthony's.
Look to Mary when feeling helpless, advise Poor Clares in New Orleans+
Giving the Poor Clares their built-in rhythm is the Liturgy of the Hours, which provides readings and prayers at various times of the day.
Nova Scotia archbishop offers condolences after largest mass shooting+
Recalling that it was still the Easter season, Archbishop Mancini urged Nova Scotians to remember "that life carries on beyond death."
Longing for Communion can be exercise in spiritual growth, Jesuit says+
"Fasting is a sacrifice, but it can be a moment for growth,"