By Christie L. Chicoine NEW YORK (CNS) -- Being called to the principal's office during the school year can cause angst even among the most mischievous students. But for those who typically demonstrate their best behavior, being summoned during the summer may be more daunting. ... Read More about Back-to-school homework for students includes preparing to meet pope
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NZ-born Jesuit dies
by NZ CATHOLIC staff A New Zealand-born Jesuit priest suffered a stroke while celebrating a Latin Mass in Queensland and died in hospital soon afterwards. Fr Gregory Jordan, SJ, aged 85, had been celebrating Mass at St Ignatius Church in Toowong when he died on July 19. ... Read More about NZ-born Jesuit dies
NZ bishops looked at Rite III Reconciliation
by MICHAEL OTTO In recent years, New Zealand’s bishops have received requests from within New Zealand inviting them to look again at the parameters governing the application of general absolution. ... Read More about NZ bishops looked at Rite III Reconciliation
Icon may escape $10m bill
by ROWENA OREJANA The owner of one of Wellington’s most iconic buildings, St Gerard’s Church and Monastery, is looking at the possibility that it may not need to raise $10 million after all. ... Read More about Icon may escape $10m bill
Confession not a parole board hearing
by JIM CONSEDINE Pope Francis has made mercy the central theme of the Extraordinary Holy Year, which begins in December 2015. “It shall be a Holy Year of Mercy,” he said when announcing it. He wants the sacrament of Reconciliation to be a central theme of the year. ... Read More about Confession not a parole board hearing