The Eastern Churches: Distinguishing Church and Rite
Understanding the difference between Churches and rites helps avoid common misunderstandings in liturgical discussions.
Results from Tag: 'eastern churches'
Deacons Are Emissaries of Jesus Christ
Eastern Catholics, with their venerable and apostolic tradition, have much to teach Western Catholics about the role of the deacon
Analysis: What is Behind Pope Francis’ Appointment of the New Prefect for the Eastern Churches?
The appointment came as a surprise, with an addition to the bulletin, and was announced personally by the Pope during the interdicasterial meeting underway the morning of Nov. 21.
Armenian Patriarch Now Represents Catholics at Middle East Council of Churches
Patriarch Raphaël Bedros XXI Minassian succeeds Patriarch Louis Raphaël I Sako, the leader of the Chaldean Catholic Church.
Holy Resurrection Monastery and the Vocation to Love
If Catholics want marriages and the priesthood to be renewed, then we need a vigorous revival of monastic life.
Breathing With ‘Two Lungs’ at Wyoming Catholic College
An interview with chaplain Father David Anderson
The Ancient Prayer to the ‘King of Israel’
‘Thou art Lord of the seraphim and King of Israel. Thou alone art holy and rest in the heavenly sanctuary.’
An Eastern Lent: Fasting Prepares the Soul for What Is to Come
A unique look at the living out of these 40 days.
Persecuted Christians Renew the Light of Faith in America
Catholics from the Middle East have fled persecution in their home countries, but they have brought to the U.S. the gift of faith tested in fire.
