ARCHDIOCESE OF WASHINGTON

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Sunday, June 17, 2018

Cardinal Wuerl ordains three new priests, encouraging them to preach God’s word ‘in season and out’

Cardinal Donald Wuerl ordained the three newest priests for the Archdiocese of Washington during a June 16 Mass at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. He was joined by Washington Auxiliary Bishops Roy Campbell Jr. and Mario Dorsonville, as well as Bishop-elect Michael Fisher and more than 100 concelebrating priests.
For couples celebrating 70 and 35 years of marriage, happiness is not found in material things

As Diana Dickhute spoke to her friend on the phone, she didn’t know that her future husband of 70 years was listening in.
On Solemnity of the Sacred Heart, Bishop-elect Fisher reflects on God’s enduring and tangible love

Following the announcement of his appointment as auxiliary bishop of Washington, Bishop-elect Michael Fisher joined Cardinal Donald Wuerl and Washington Auxiliary Bishops Roy Campbell, Jr. and Mario Dorsonville in celebrating a June 8 Mass.

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Cardinal Wuerl ordains three new priests, encouraging them to preach God’s word ‘in season and out’

Cardinal Donald Wuerl ordained the three newest priests for the Archdiocese of Washington during a June 16 Mass at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. He was joined by Washington Auxiliary Bishops Roy Campbell Jr. and Mario Dorsonville, as well as Bishop-elect Michael Fisher and more than 100 concelebrating priests.
At meeting in Florida, U.S. bishops decry Sessions' asylum decision

The U.S. bishops June 13 decried U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions' decision that asylum seekers fleeing domestic or gang violence cannot find protection in the United States.
Papal diplomat says U.S.-North Korea summit brings hope for peace

Talks between the leaders of the United States and North Korea are "truly historic" and bring hope for the start of a new era of peace, said Pope Francis' ambassador to Korea.

Parish News

A parish, and a family, faces the opioid crisis

To a rapt audience at a Gaithersburg church hall, Alex Jeffrey described how his life had wound through opioid addiction to ongoing recovery and to his current work helping addicts.
Cathedral rector’s life centers on bringing Christ to people and witnessing Christ in them

In the year when he is celebrating his 50^th anniversary as a priest, Msgr. W. Ronald Jameson made a special homecoming to the place where he studied for the priesthood.
Holy Foods Pantry provides market-style shopping experience for those in need

As Diane Bruce made her way through the aisles of Holy Foods Market pantry during its grand opening on May 5, her volunteer guide assisted her in making her food selection. Her guide helped Bruce chose a can of diced tomatoes and placed them in her bag.

Pope Francis

Pope accepts resignations of three Chilean bishops in wake of scandal

After an in-depth Vatican-led investigation into clerical sexual abuse and cover-ups, Pope Francis accepted the resignation of 61-year-old Bishop Juan Barros of Osorno, Chile, and two other Chilean bishops June 11.

Cardinal Wuerl

The Priesthood of Building Bridges and Accompaniment

The Gospels tell us how Jesus called certain men, saying to them, “Follow me.” Each year with great joy, we celebrate the priestly ordination of those who heard that call and affirmatively responded with love.

Schools

Guiding students on life’s path

Sister Rosemaron Rynn, a member of the Congregation of the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary from Scranton, Pennsylvania, is retiring this year after serving for 24 years as the principal of Little Flower School in Bethesda. Prior to that, she was a teacher and administrator in schools in Baltimore and New York, and at St. John the Evangelist in Clinton.

Families

After fleeing communist Cuba, married couple of 52 years met at Spanish Mass in Washington

Every morning, Jorge Duarte makes a cup of Cuban coffee and brings it to his wife of 52 years, giving her a taste of the country they are both from, but for a long time could never return to.