
Results from Tag: 'catholic chaplains'


The Tone-Deaf Development at Walter Reed
COMMENTARY: Ultimately, the decision not to renew the friars’ contract rests with the Biden administration.

Lawmakers Rebuke Biden Administration for Ending Walter Reed’s Contract With Catholic Priests
In a letter to Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, Rep. Chris Smith, who is Catholic, accused the administration of having a ‘lack of consideration to service members’ religious needs and rights’ at the military medical center.

Chaplains Minister to Law Enforcement Personnel in Difficult Time
An already challenging occupation has become even more arduous, since the murder of George Floyd Jr. provoked a nationwide torrent of hostility against police officers.

Marian Fathers Offer Shelter, Spiritual Solace Amid Ukraine War
From battle-ravaged Kharkiv in Ukraine to refugee centers in Poland, Marians of the Immaculate Conception are on the front lines to aid those in need.

Father Willie Doyle’s Spiritual Legacy Highlighted by New Association
Father Willie was a victim soul who offered his life in reparation for the sins of priests. More than ever, Ireland is recognizing the holiness of the Jesuit military chaplain.

Despite New Law Allowing Hospital Clergy Visits, Some Arizona Patients Can Still Face Difficulties
The Arizona measure came after many hospital systems enacted strict visitation policies in response to the Covid-19 pandemic, which sometimes barred clergy or other religious counselors from visiting.

Pearl Harbor at 80: How Courageous Chaplains Saved Lives
Poignant remembrances commemorate the somber anniversary.

The Call of Duty: Priests, Seminarians Respond to Dire Need for Military Chaplains
Drawn by the desire to serve those who serve, candidates are answering ‘the call within a call’ to become active-duty priest chaplains in the U.S. armed forces at a time when the ranks are low.

Pontifical Academy for Life Honors Lay Florida Death Row Chaplain
In addition to spending several days a week visiting inmates himself, Recinella has also trained other people to do prison ministry, and has acted as a witness for nearly two dozen executions so far.