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The legend of ‘La Dolorosa’ finds new life in the ruins of Mission San Gabriel
On Sept. 15, 2020, as workmen were clearing away rubble from the baptistry of the fire-wrecked Mission San Gabriel, they found something under the burnt timbers and plaster that startled them.
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Ventura parishes celebrate day of prayer for America
Over 300 LA Catholics gathered last weekend in Ventura to unite in prayer for the United States. Organized by two local parishes, Our Lady of the Assumption and the Mission Basilica of San Buenaventura, the day included a special outdoor Mass with Los Angeles Auxiliary Bishop Robert Barron, followed by a public rosary and Eucharistic procession.
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“LA DOLOROSA” PAINTING FOUND INTACT AFTER FIRE OF MISSION SAN GABRIEL IS A REMINDER OF HOPE AND HEALING IN TIMES OF PANDEMIC
—As the Mission’s clean-up process continues, on Sept. 15, Feast of Our Lady of Sorrows, workmen discovered underneath a burnt crossbeam an intact 18th century painting …
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A ROSARY FOR OUR NATION
I’ve found myself praying for my country a lot these days. As a family, we remember to do so when we say grace at dinner. At other times — usually after reading some terrible headline or seeing the latest total of fatalities from the coronavirus pandemic — I’ll say a silent prayer as well.
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A Gospel vision for the human family
Pope Francis’ new encyclical letter, “Fratelli Tutti” is a deep and searching reflection on the meaning of human community and how God wants us to live together in society.
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L.A. ARCHDIOCESE TO HONOR HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS DURING SPECIAL MASS AT CATHEDRAL OF OUR LADY OF THE ANGELS
Healthcare professionals will receive a blessing and gift as a symbol of gratitude for everything they have done for the community The Archdiocese of Los …
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Encuentro called a ‘gift’ to help church address challenges ‘of our time’
Hispanic ministry leaders from dioceses across the United States addressed the future of Hispanic ministry and the crises generated by the pandemic and racial tensions among other issues during a V Encuentro virtual gathering Oct. 9-10.
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Faithful gather in prayer for nationwide peace, healing
As COVID, racial inequality and a contentious election dominate the headlines, archdiocesan faithful united in prayer this past weekend.
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A lifetime of service: Remembering LA’s “Father Larry”
Msgr. Lawrence Edward Donnelly always knew he wanted to be a priest. As soon as he graduated from eighth grade, he entered the junior seminary in Los Angeles. He hitchhiked to and from the school, never missing a single day.
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OLM Jumps Hoops to Bring Kids Into Classrooms
The Archdiocese of Los Angeles may begin handing out waivers for schools to launch in-person instruction for TK through second grades—and Our Lady of Malibu School Principal Michael Smith thinks his school has a good shot at getting one.