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A Catholic pastoral ministry from the Swiss diocese of St. Gallen organizes a drag show and raises funds for a «queer» apartment – INFOVATICANA
8+ hour, 24+ min ago (193+ words) by INFOVATICANA | September 16, 2026 The event is run by the “Culture and Formation” office of the urban pastoral. A diocesan worker will interview the two artists and relay questions previously sent by the public. The performances include cross-dressing, suggestive dances, and…...
Holy OTR: Inside the unconventional lives of the Carmelite Daughters
9+ hour, 33+ min ago (674+ words) This story originally appeared in our September 16-29, 2026 print edition. Check out the edition online here and find where you can get a print edition near you here. In Italy, superstition holds that encountering a nun is a sign of bad…...
Summer Celebrations
18+ hour, 40+ min ago (78+ words) Bringing parish communities together Riders enjoy a thrilling attraction during the 54th annual carnival at St. Joan of Arc Parish, Marlton, held Aug. 24-29. Jan Murphy Griswold photo Parish picnics, carnivals, fairs, car shows, cultural festivals and outings were just some of…...
Form Follows Feeling: My Catholic Aesthetic
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (627+ words) I’ve been thinking recently about how my all-encompassing Catholic upbringing shaped the way I experience cities, how I plan them, and ultimately how I design them through my interactive models. Today, while my religious thinking may be more cerebral, or…...
When Mary Looked to Heaven: The Curious Meaning Behind the Virgin’s Upward Gaze
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (1000+ words) 15 September, 2026: Few gestures in Christian art are as emotionally charged as the sight of the Virgin Mary looking towards heaven while mourning Christ. How artists have used the Virgin Mary’s upward gaze to express grief, prayer, faith and hope From…...
Are mooncakes halal? What Muslims should look out for
1+ day, 7+ hour ago (568+ words) Whether a mooncake is halal depends on its ingredients and how it is prepared. ✓ Look for recognised halal certification ✓ Check for lard and other animal-derived ingredients ✓ Look out for flavourings or ingredients with unclear sources ✓ If you are unsure: Check,…...
Monthi Fest celebrated with faith, fellowship and community spirit in Vancouver, Canada
2+ day, 10+ hour ago (609+ words) Vancouver, Sep 14: The Konkani Catholic community in Vancouver came together in faith, joy and fellowship to celebrate Monthi Fest (Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary) on September 7, bringing together nearly 200 faithful for a memorable evening of prayer, tradition, food and…...
Feast of Panagia Kamariani at Red Hill celebrated with splendour
2+ day, 11+ hour ago (257+ words) Staff writers 14 September 2026 12:20pm With particular splendor and in a climate of devotion and emotion, the Feast of Panagia Kamariani took place on Sunday at the Red Hill Monastery, with the participation of a large crowd of faithful from Melbourne and…...
St. Paraskevi Greek Orthodox Church - Greek Fest 2026
2+ day, 8+ hour ago (19+ words) St. Paraskevi Greek Orthodox Church – Greek Fest 2026 Greek News USA St. Paraskevi Greek Orthodox Church – Greek Fest 2026...
Dear Annie: Rosh Hashanah calls for new beginnings
3+ day, 5+ hour ago (452+ words) Dear Readers: Today is Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. People are encouraged to forgive, reflect and start fresh. And while it is a Jewish holiday, its message is one that just about anyone can appreciate. The idea is simple:…...