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| MAY 2, 2008 ISSUE |
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Back to the ‘old Mass’
Several parishes now offering Mass in extraordinary form
CHARLOTTE — Having completed the diocesan training, priests have begun celebrating at their parishes the Latin-language liturgy that predates the Second Vatican Council. click to read (PDF) |
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Honoring a faithful servant
CHARLOTTE — Capuchin Franciscan Father Jude Duffy celebrates 50 years as a priest. click to read (PDF) |
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| APRIL 25, 2008 ISSUE |
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Stewardship way of life
CONCORD — Conference explores benefits of sharing God's gifts. click to read (PDF) |
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| APRIL 18, 2008 ISSUE |
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'Models of the Great Designer'
Teen girls take fashion high road
CHARLOTTE — The first annual Pure Fashion show was held in Charlotte April 13. It was the culmination of a seven-month program in which 69 teen girls between the ages of 14 and 18 learned the value of dressing modestly in a not-so-modest world. click to read (PDF) |
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Judge leads tribunal workshop
CHARLOTTE — Advocates for the diocesan tribunal get refresher course in canon law. click to read (PDF) |
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| APRIL 11, 2008 ISSUE |
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Not your typical spring break
Students build houses for Hurricane Katrina victims
CHARLOTTE — While many of their classmates were working on their tans, 39 students from Charlotte Catholic High School spent their spring break doing work of a different sort — a week of service in Braithwaite, La. click to read (PDF) |
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| APRIL 4, 2008 ISSUE |
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Bishop Jugis on the JumboTron
CHARLOTTE — Diocesan video to be played prior to papal Mass in Washington, D.C. click to read (PDF) |
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As a servant in the mission of Christ
Seminarian ordained to the transitional diaconate
CHARLOTTE — Benjamin Roberts was to the transitional diaconate by Bishop Peter J. Jugis at St. Patrick Cathedral in Charlotte March 29. click to read (PDF) |
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| MARCH 21, 2008 ISSUE |
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Bishop calls priests to be “slaves for the Lord”
Priests renew vows of service at annual chrism Mass
Oils blessed for use throughout the diocese
CHARLOTTE — Upon entering the office of the church, priests are called to renounce themselves, and give up “their own will and their own ambition,” said Bishop Peter J. Jugis at the annual chrism Mass at St. Patrick Cathedral in Charlotte, March 18. click to read (PDF) |
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Humble beginnings, bright future
ASHEBORO — St. Joseph Church in Asheboro celebrates 60 years. click to read (PDF)
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Striding for change
MORGANTON — Walkers hope to better conditions for immigrant workers. click to read (PDF)
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| MARCH 14, 2008 ISSUE |
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To focus on Jesus with a humble heart
Youths, young adults gather for prayer, reflection at Abbey
BELMONT — Bishop Peter J. Jugis was one of the speakers during the diocese’s fourth annual Lenten spiritual pilgrimage to Belmont Abbey for youths and young adults March 9. click here (PDF) |
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Catholicism and camaraderie
CHARLOTTE — Catholic Daughters of the Americas' Court Charlotte celebrates 75 years. click to read (PDF)
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Keeping the cold at bay
CHEROKEE — A new furnace allows for wintertime Masses, a first in 20 years, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Mission in Cherokee. click to read (PDF)
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| MARCH 7, 2008 ISSUE |
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Hearts ‘given over to the Lord’
Deacons recommit to ministry at annual Mass
9 men received in rite of candidacy
CHARLOTTE — Permanent deacons of the Diocese of Charlotte gathered to commit once again to their diaconate service in the church during a Mass at St. Patrick Cathedral in Charlotte March 1. click to read (PDF) |
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Honoring 'Mr. Gabe'
CHARLOTTE — St. Ann School celebrates its custodian of 35 years. click to read (PDF) |
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Planning ahead
WINSTON-SALEM — Parents of six leave add school endowment to their will. click to read (PDF) |
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| FEB. 29, 2008 ISSUE |
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Posted Thursday, Feb. 28, 2008 3 p.m.
From shoeless to success
Ghanaian proves how CRS is making a difference for many
CHARLOTTE — Feeding both stomachs and minds is essential in the fight against poverty, said a representative of Catholic Relief Services who visited Charlotte recently. click to read (PDF) |
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To be free of sin
WINSTON-SALEM — Parishions examine the "Joy of Reconciliation" at St. Leo the Great Church in Winston-Salem Feb. 21. click to read (PDF) |
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| FEB. 22, 2008 ISSUE |
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Discussing the defense of life
GREENSBORO — A priest associate with Priests for Life explains the church's pro-life teaching during a Lenten mission at Our Lady of Grace Church. click to read (PDF) |
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Controversial coverage
BELMONT — Belmont Abbey College strikes abortion coverage from its health care policy. click to read (PDF) |
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| FEB. 15, 2008 ISSUE |
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Rising from the rubble
New artwork going up in uptown’s St. Peter Church
CHARLOTTE — A new painting replaces the famous fresco that fell in St. Peter Church in Charlotte. click to read (PDF) |
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A 'march without end'
ATLANTA — Catholics from the Diocese of Charlotte take part in the annual Rev. King celebration in Atlanta, Ga. click to read (PDF) |
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Living the legacy
HIGH POINT — A youth ministery in the Diocese of Charlotte receives a 2008 humanitarian award. click to read (PDF) |
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| Feb. 8, 2008 ISSUE |
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Studying the sacrifice
Deacons, wives examine aspects of Divine Liturgy
MOORESVILLE — Permanent deacons of the diocese recently took an in-depth look at their role in the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass.
Eighty permanent deacons and their wives took part in the liturgy class held at St. Therese Church in Mooresville Feb. 2. The class, provided by the diocesan Office of the Permanent Diaconate, was presented by Father Christopher Roux, priest secretary to Bishop Peter J. Jugis. click to read (PDF) |
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Stability, obedience, commitment
BELMONT — Two Belmont Abbey monks take solem vows. click to read (PDF) |
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Papal Mass tickets go fast
CHARLOTTE — Hundreds request papal Mass tickets from the Diocese of Charlotte. click to read (PDF) |
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| Feb. 1, 2008 ISSUE |
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Building for the future
Bishop Jugis dedicates cathedral’s Family Life Center
CHARLOTTE — There’s a little more room now at the cathedral in Charlotte. Bishop Peter J. Jugis dedicated the new Family Life Center at St. Patrick Cathedral Jan. 26. click to read (PDF) |
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Diocesan Support Appeal '08
DSA supports 30 ministries, 50 programs in diocese click to read (PDF)
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| JAN. 25, 2008 ISSUE |
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‘With the spirit of truth and charity’
Pro-life marchers take to Charlotte streets
CHARLOTTE — Among a sea of marchers, many of whom carried large pro-life posters, one sign stood out. It stated: “I regret my abortion.” Andrea Hines held the sign up but her expression was downcast. She was one of the 150 men, women and children who took part in the second Charlotte Right to Life March Jan. 18.
Bishop Peter J. Jugis walked with the marchers from the diocesan Pastoral Center on South Church Street to The Square, the intersection of Trade and Tryon streets in the heart of Charlotte. click to read (PDF) |
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| JAN. 18, 2008 ISSUE |
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Bishop Jugis, members of Diocese of Charlotte participate in Raleigh pro-life event
RALEIGH — Bishop Peter J. Jugis recently joined hundreds of Catholics from around North Carolina in raising pro-life awareness at the Rally and March for Life in Raleigh Jan. 12. Approximately 800 people, the majority of whom were Catholic, marched passed the Supreme Court building to Sacred Heart Cathedral. cick to read (PDF) |
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| JAN. 11, 2008 ISSUE |
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Pilot program develops students’ language skills
CHARLOTTE — Five students are learning to communicate and interact with others through The Learning/Language Stimulation Pilot Program at St. Ann School in Charlotte. click to read (PDF) |
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| JAN. 4, 2008 ISSUE |
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One more step toward the priesthood
Seminarian ordained to transitional diaconate
CHARLOTTE — Brandon “Brad” Jones was ordained to the transitional diaconate by Bishop Peter J. Jugis at St. Patrick Cathedral in Charlotte Dec. 22, 2007. It marked one of the final steps along the circuitous route Deacon Jones took toward becoming a priest. click to read (PDF) |
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2007: A look back
CHARLOTTE — It was a year of growth and blessings for Diocese of Charlotte in 2007. click to read (PDF) |
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| DEC. 21, 2007 ISSUE |
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Traditional celebration
Extraordinary form of Mass to be offered in diocese
CHARLOTTE — Fourteen priests from the diocese participated in a five-day training session on the 1962 Roman Missal in Hickory Dec 17-21. They studied the rituals of the missal and the prayers, which are recited in Latin. click to read (PDF) |
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Providing for future church
CHARLOTTE — Catholic Heritage Society members were honored recently by Bishop Peter J. Jugis. click to read (PDF) |
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| DEC. 14, 2007 ISSUE |
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Bishop Jugis blesses altars in Tryon
TRYON — Bishop Peter J. Jugis blessed the new ambo, altar and high altar, which houses the tabernacle, at St. John the Baptist Church in Tryon Dec. 7. The relics of three saints — St. Fortunatus, St. Paulina and an unidentified saint — were sealed in the altar during the Mass. A relic of St. John the Baptist is housed in the church. click to read (PDF) |
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Looking for Kyle
CHARLOTTE — Family, friends search for Kyle Fleischman, a Charlotte Catholic graduate, missing since Nov. 9. click to read (PDF) |
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| DEC. 7, 2007 ISSUE |
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Catholic and Lutheran bishops reaffirm covenant
WINSTON-SALEM — Bishop Peter J. Jugis joined with Bishop Michael F. Burbidge of Raleigh and Bishop Leonard H. Bolick of the North Carolina Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church to re-affirm a covenant of unity, which was first set forth 16 years ago. The bishops signed the covenant during a formal ceremony in Winston-Salem Dec. 2. click to read (PDF) |
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| NOV. 30, 2007 ISSUE |
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Expressing the 'Soul of the City'
CHARLOTTE — The 32nd Annual City Wide Interfaith Thanksgiving Service was held at St. Gabriel Catholic Church in Charlotte Nov. 20. The ecumenical gathering brought together clergy, spiritual leaders and members of various Charlotte-area faith communities, including Catholics, Jews, Muslims and Protestants. Rev. click to read (PDF) |
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Guiding pastoral councils
CHARLOTTE — Bishop Jugis promulgates the new guidelines for pastoral councils in the Diocese of Charlotte. click to read (PDF) |
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Strengthening families
MURPHY — A group from Catholic Charities USA visits the diocesan Office of Economic Opportunity in Murphy to see its award-winning work firsthand. click to read (PDF) |
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| NOV. 16, 2007 ISSUE |
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From Mooresville to Peru
MOORESVILLE — St. Therese Church parishioners assist many in Alto Cayma, Peru. click to read (PDF) |
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Heartbreak to happy endings
GREENSBORO — Room at the Inn of the Carolinas, a Christian maternity home, helps mothers and children. click to read (PDF) |
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| NOV. 9, 2007 ISSUE |
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A chance to live and thrive
Couple adopts Russian siblings through Catholic Social Services
CHARLOTTE — A couple from Akron, Ohio has adopted three siblings from Russian orphanages through Catholic Social Services of the Diocese of Charlotte. click to read (PDF) |
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Ministering to migrants
CHARLOTTE — Bishop John R. Manz, episcopal liaison to the U.S. bishops' Migrant Farmworker Aspostale, visits migrant farmworkers in the Diocese of Charlotte. click to read (PDF) |
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Can you hear me now?
CHARLOTTE — A new Catholic radio program in the Charlotte area seeks listerners, volunteers. click to read (PDF) |
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| Nov. 2, 2007 ISSUE |
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Love eternal, sealed with a kiss
Anniversary couples celebrate sacrament of matrimony
CHARLOTTE — This year, 142 couples from throughout the Diocese of Charlotte were invited to renew their matrimonial vows during the Wedding Anniversary Celebration held at St. Thomas Aquinas Church in Charlotte Oct. 28. click to read (PDF) |
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In the Habitat
CHARLOTTE — Spiritual leaders from 10 faiths build a Habitat for Humanity house in Charlotte. click to read (PDF) |
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| OCT. 26, 2007 ISSUE |
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Helping build a better tomorrow
Mission trip to Ecuador benefits all involved
GREENSBORO — Eleven adult and Life Teen youth parishioners from St. Paul the Apostle Church visited their sister parish, the Parish of the Child Jesus, in Manta, Ecuador, for nine days in July. The experience was rewarding for all involved. click to read (PDF) |
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Constant collaboration
CHARLOTTE — Upcoming training sessions emphasize the renewed mission of parish pastoral councils in the Diocese of Charlotte. click to read (PDF) |
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Scouting out faith
CHARLOTTE — The diocesan Youth Ministry Office connects with local Catholic Girl Scouts. click to read (PDF) |
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| OCT. 19, 2007 ISSUE |
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Visiting the 'city of churches'
CHARLOTTE — Bishop Peter J. Jugis welcoms Catholicos Karekin II, head of the Armenian Apostolic Church, with an ecumenical luncheon at Duke Mansion Oct. 12. click to read (PDF) |
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Fighting the good fight
CHARLOTTE — Judge Andrew Napolitano encourages pro-life advocates at the annual Room at the Inn fundraising banquet in Charlotte. click to read (PDF) |
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Beyond borders
WINSTON-SALEM — A Bolivian doctor studies in North Carolina, thanks to local Catholic parishioner. click to read (PDF) |
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| OCT. 12, 2007 ISSUE |
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Good counsel
CHARLOTTE — The Diocese of Charlotte issues new guidelines for pastoral councils. click to read (PDF) |
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'Spirit of gratitude'
GREENSBORO — St. Pius X Church was recently recognized for its outstanding stewardship efforts. click to read (PDF) |
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| OCT. 5, 2007 ISSUE |
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Rejoicing in the house of the Lord
Bishop Jugis dedicates new St. John the Evangelist Church
WAYNESVILLE — Bishop Peter J. Jugis dedicated the new St. John the Evangelist Church in Waynesville Sept. 30. It was the latest milestone for the oldest North Carolina Catholic parish west of Asheville. click to read (PDF) |
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Golden Mercy
WINSTON-SALEM — Our Lady of Mercy School in Winston-Salem celebrates 50 years. click to read (PDF) |
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Service with a smile
CHARLOTTE — Youths at Our Lady of Consolation Church in Charlotte collect, donate clothes to needy. click to read (PDF) |
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| SEPT. 28, 2007 ISSUE |
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‘To Know Jesus Christ’
Thousands gather for diocese’s third Eucharistic Congress
CHARLOTTE — Approximately 9,000 people from around the 46-county Diocese of Charlotte and beyond attended the third diocesan Eucharistic Congress, themed “To Know Jesus Christ,” at the Charlotte Convention Center Sept. 21-22. click to read (PDF) |
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Getting to know Jesus
CHARLOTTE — Participants reflect on the theme of third Eucharistic Congress. click to read (PDF) |
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'A blessed opportunity'
HENDERSONVILLE — A Catholic doctor helps a local hospice facility to grow. click to read (PDF) |
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| SEPT. 21, 2007 ISSUE |
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Fifty years of glory and joy
CHARLOTTE — Father Paul Byron, founding pastor of St. Gabriel Church, joined Bishop Peter J. Jugis, Bishop Emeritus William G. Curlin, and several priests and deacons who have served at the church for a Mass celebrating the 50th anniversary of St. Gabriel Church Sept. 15. click to read (PDF) |
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Fighting financial illiteracy
MURPHY — Catholic Social Service's OEO dedicates computer financial literacy lab in Murphy. click to read (PDF) |
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Conference explores financial literacy, livelihood of poor
HAYESVILLE — The Bishop Begley Conference on Appalachia III, sponsored by the diocesan Office of Justice and Peace and its Office of Economic Opportunity, was held Sept. 8. click to read (PDF) |
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| SEPT. 14, 2007 ISSUE |
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Taking faith to the airwaves
CHARLOTTE — A weekly three-hour Catholic radio program will premiere in the Diocese of Charlotte Sept. 23. click to read (PDF) |
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Passing down the faith
CHARLOTTE — Each year, the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops designates the third Sunday in September as National Catechetical Sunday. click to read (PDF) |
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| SEPT. 7, 2007 ISSUE |
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A resting place for resurrection
SALISBURY — Bishop Peter J. Jugis blesses Diocese of Charlotte’s new Catholic cemetery in Salisbury Sept. 1. click to read (PDF)
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Parish groups work to welcome Hispanics
WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA — Groups at St. Eugene Church in Asheville and St. Barnabas Church in Arden are responding to the needs of Hispanic immigrants coming to their areas. click to read (PDF) |
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| AUG. 24, 2007 ISSUE |
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Posted Thursday, Aug. 23, 2007 1:45 p.m.
From Ordination to Retirement …With Gratitude for Years of Service
Upcoming collection to benefit priests’ retirements
by KAREN A. EVANS
staff writer
CHARLOTTE — When Msgr. Joseph Showfety was ordained in 1955, his meager salary barely covered his expenses, which included a car payment. Like many of his fellow priests, he often didn’t have extra income to save for retirement.
Fortunately for the priests of the Diocese of Charlotte, in 1998 then-Bishop William G. Curlin re-established an assessed annual Priests’ Retirement and Benefits Collection to raise funds to provide income for retired priests.
The annual collection, this year themed “From Ordination to Retirement …With Gratitude for Years of Service,” will be taken up in every church in the diocese the weekend of Sept. 8-9. click for complete story |
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Posted Thursday, Aug. 23, 2007 1:40 p.m.
All for the glory of God
Hair family’s stewardship recognized by Secular Franciscans
by JOANITA M. NELLENBACH
correspondent
RIDGECREST — “I think I see more peace in him (since he became a Secular Franciscan),” Laureen Hair said of her husband, Randy. “I think he’s found his niche.”
That the whole Hair family is in that niche led to their selection as Family of the Year in the Brothers and Sisters of St. Francis Region (BSSF) of the Secular Franciscan Order.
They were honored at the BSSF Annual Regional Gathering in Ridgecrest Aug. 10-12. click for complete story |
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| AUG. 10, 2007 ISSUE |
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The Catholic News & Herald, Aug. 10, 2007
Called together to ‘change the world’
Imitation of Christ will better our world, revivalist says
by KAREN A. EVANS
staff writer
CHARLOTTE — Once again Our Lady of Consolation Church in Charlotte was filled with the sounds of praise and worship from the annual Revival of the Spirit.
Father Edward Branch was the revivalist for the three-day event, this year themed “Tough Talk for Tough Times,” held Aug. 3-5. The annual revival is sponsored by the diocesan African American Affairs Ministry. click for complete story |
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Posted Thursday, Aug. 9, 2007 1:40 p.m.
N.C. House panel approves rules on stem-cell research
Bishop Jugis “deeply saddened” by vote
CHARLOTTE — Bishop Peter J. Jugis recently expressed deep sadness over the N.C. House’s passage of House Bill 1837, which calls for the use of available funds by the Health and Wellness Trust Fund Commission to set up a committee to establish ethical guidelines for embryonic stem-cell research.
The guidelines would permit research on embryonic stem cells left over from frozen embryos in in-vitro fertilization clinics that (in the words of HB 1837) “would otherwise be discarded.” click for complete story
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| JULY 27, 2007 ISSUE |
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Posted Friday, July 27, 2007 12:15 p.m.
A diocese on the rise
Diocese elevates four missions to parish status
by KEVIN E. MURRAY
editor
CHARLOTTE — Four missions in the Diocese of Charlotte have recently been elevated to parish status.
Our Lady of Guadalupe Church and St. Joseph Church in Charlotte, St. Joseph Church in Kannapolis and Our Lady of the Americas Church in Biscoe-Candor were designated as parishes July 1. click for complete story |
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Posted Friday, July 27, 2007 12:03 p.m.
Big hearts in Brevard
Small mountain parish fosters large endowment
by KAREN A. EVANS
staff writer
BREVARD — Tucked away in the mountains of Transylvania County, Sacred Heart Church in Brevard is home to about 1,500 Catholics.
One might think that a relatively small parish would be content with an active parish council, enough funds to maintain the church and a few outreach committees. But in less than five years, Sacred Heart Church parishioners have donated nearly $1 million to the parish’s planned giving and endowment programs. click for complete story |
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| JULY 13, 2007 ISSUE |
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Posted Thursday, July 13, 2007 3:20 p.m.
Bonds of hopes and prayers
Parishioners craft ‘prayer squares’ for U.S. troops
by DEACON GERALD POTKAY
correspondent
MOCKSVILLE — Catholics in Mocksville have created a special way to honor and pray for U.S. troops and their families.
Sixteen men and women from St. Francis of Assisi Church in Mocksville, who are currently overseas serving in the U.S. military, were honored by their fellow parishioners with a Mass and reception July 1. click for complete story
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Partners in caring
Catholic moms endeavor to help children in need
by KAREN A. EVANS
staff writer
INDIAN TRAIL — These days, it seems like $20 doesn’t buy a whole lot — a large pizza, a month’s birthday cards or a T-shirt (if it’s on sale).
But two Catholic stay-at-home moms have found a way to make $20 go a long way to help needy children in Mecklenburg County. click for complete story |
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| JUNE 29, 2007 ISSUE |
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Posted Thursday, June 28, 2007 1:14 p.m.
Defending all life
Bishops Jugis calls on Catholics to fight embryonic stem-cell research legislation
by KEVIN E. MURRAY
editor
CHARLOTTE — Bishop Peter J. Jugis was disappointed in a recent decision by N.C. legislators to fund embryonic stem-cell research and is calling on Catholics to oppose it.
As President George W. Bush vetoed a bill in Washington June 20 to expand federal funding for medical research on human embryonic stem cells, the N.C. House Science and Technology Committee approved House Bill 1837, the Stem Cell Research Health and Wellness Act. click here for complete story |
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Posted Thursday, June 28, 2007 1:06 p.m.
Reflections of Christ
Jubilees, retirees honored at Mass
by KAREN A. EVANS
staff writer
CHARLOTTE — Priests serving in the Diocese of Charlotte were recently honored for their years of service to Catholics in North Carolina and elsewhere.
A dozen priests were recognized for the 25th, 50th, 55th or 60th anniversary of their priestly ordinations during a Mass celebrated by Bishop Peter J. Jugis at St. Patrick Cathedral in Charlotte June 1. click here for complete story |
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Posted Thursday, June 28, 2007 12:47 p.m.
A lifetime of service
Father Sheridan retires after 44 years of priestly ministry
by COLLEEN FORCINA
special to the catholic news & herald
CHARLOTTE — While reflecting upon his retirement, Father Edward Sheridan sat comfortably in his office, counting on his fingers precisely the number of assignments he has been on since being ordained a priest. After having counted on all 10 fingers, he started over on his hands.
“I’ve had probably a total of 12 appointments in parish work,” he said. “Also I have had some other assignments in schools.”
After 44 years of priestly ministry, Father Sheridan is both retiring and celebrating his 70th birthday this year. He celebrated his farewell Mass June 24 at St. Gabriel Church in Charlotte, where he served as pastor since 2004. click here for story |
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| June 15, 2007 ISSUE |
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Posted Thursday, June 14, 2007 3:19 p.m.
To love and serve the Lord
Bishop Jugis ordains five to priesthood
by KAREN A. EVANS
staff writer
CHARLOTTE — The five men recently ordained to the priesthood are a gift from God, said Bishop Peter J. Jugis.
The Diocese of Charlotte joyously welcomed its five newest priests — the largest number ordained in the diocese in one year since 2000 — during an ordination Mass at St. Matthew Church in Charlotte June 2. click for complete story |
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Posted Thursday, June 14, 2007 2:58 p.m.
A new church in Candler
Bishop Jugis dedicates new St. Joan of Arc Church
by JOANITA M. NELLENBACH
correspondent
CANDLER — Bishop Peter J. Jugis greeted the congregation assembled outside St. Joan of Arc Church May 30, then processed with them to the church’s front door.
After the ribbon across the front doors was cut, the people entered the worship space, which was filled with light from the tall windows.
In his homily, Bishop Jugis spoke of the “solemn sense of joy that we come together to celebrate the dedication of the new St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church.” click for complete story |
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| JUNE 1, 2007 ISSUE |
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The Catholic News & Herald, June 1, 200
The golden age of priesthood
Retired bishop of Charlotte celebrates 50th anniversary
by KAREN A. EVANS
staff writer
CHARLOTTE — A half-century after he was first ordained as a priest, Bishop Emeritus William G. Curlin still burns with a fiery love of the Catholic faith.
“Find an intimate relationship with the Lord … when you do that, you see Christ all around you,” said Bishop Curlin in a May 22 interview for docPod, the bi-weekly podcast produced by David Hains, diocesan director of communications. click for complete story |
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Posted Thursday, June 7. 2007 12:23 p.m.
Toward a foreign land
Father Doyle to become missionary in Africa
by JOANITA M. NELLENBACH
correspondent
MAGGIE VALLEY — Invitations — you never know where they’re going to lead. For Augustinian Father Francis Doyle, pastor of St. Margaret of Scotland Church in Maggie Valley, it’s to Africa.
At the end of July, the 63-year-old priest plans to leave North Carolina to become a missionary to the Zulu people in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. click for complete story |
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| MAY 18, 2007 ISSUE |
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Posted Wednesday, May 30, 2007 12:20 p.m.
Abstinence before marriage
N.C. bishops ask N.C. assembly to table proposed sex education bill
by KEVIN E. MURRAY
editor
CHARLOTTE — Bishops Peter J. Jugis of Charlotte and Michael F. Burbidge of Raleigh are calling the North Carolina General Assembly to shelve a bill providing expanded sex education in public schools.
In a May 11 letter to Speaker of the House Joseph Hackney, the bishops expressed their “grave concern” regarding House Bill 879, “Modify School Health Education Program.”
The bill, if passed, would replace the current "abstinence until marriage" curriculum with an abstinence-based, comprehensive sexuality education curriculum. click for complete story |
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Posted Wednesday, May 30, 2007 12:15 p.m.
Fighting back with faith
Symptoms, causes of domestic violence explored at lecture
by JOANITA M. NELLENBACH
correspondent
HICKORY — “Then came the angry words … the verbal tearing apart … Next came the beatings … unrelenting violence … unceasing pain. I shouldn’t stay, but this is my husband … promised forever. He says I deserve it … maybe I do … I feel so alone … doesn’t God hear me when I cry out silently as I lie in bed each night?”
Words from a battered wife begin “When I call for help: A Pastoral Response to Domestic Violence Against Women,” which the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) published in 2002.
“How interesting that our bishops would begin their pastoral letter to us with the voice of a woman,” Augustinian Father Francis J. Doyle said during his presentation, “Domestic Violence: Does Faith Formation Have an Answer?” at the Catholic Conference Center May 10. |
