Archdiocesan schools compete in speech and debate tournament

St. Philip the Apostle School in Pasadena hosted its 15th annual Fall Speech and Debate Tournament Dec. 1-2 for middle school students in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. Eighty-six students from Holy Angels, Our Lady of Miraculous Medal, San Gabriel Mission, St. Andrew’s, St. Rita’s, St. Philip the Apostle and St. Thomas Aquinas schools competed.

Simbang Gabi: Filipino tradition prepares the faithful to celebrate Christmas

Hundreds of Filipinos and non-Filipinos throughout Southern California gathered at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels in Downtown Los Angeles, for an Advent liturgy and parade procession, reflecting one of the oldest Christmastime traditions in the Philippines.

Special delivery: 26th annual ‘Adopt-A-Family’ brings joy and toys to children of DTLA

Chaminade middle and high school mock trial teams win two divisions at Los Angeles County Championship

On Nov. 30, Chaminade College Preparatory students on mock trial teams made history by winning both the junior and senior divisions at the Los Angeles County Championship, marking the first time one school has won both divisions.

‘Rest in paradise, coach’: Beloved Junípero Serra basketball coach Dwan Hurt passes away at 53

The record books will show that, in his 27 years coaching Junípero Serra High School’s Varsity Basketball team, Dwan Hurt amassed a stellar 500-plus wins, which included eight CIF-SS titles, two state titles and a Division 4AA championship last season. But Hurt’s legacy is something far, far greater.

Vatican Swiss Guard art exhibit on display at cathedral through Jan. 15

The work of Vatican Swiss Guards — the order that has been entrusted with securing the safety of the pope for centuries — entails that, if you don’t notice them, they’re doing their job well. But now through the middle of January, the life of the Vatican Swiss Guard will be the center of attention at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels in Downtown Los Angeles through a first-ever art exhibit featuring exclusive photographs of the soldiers donning their uniforms, weapons and armor.

St. Anthony High School girls varsity volleyball team wins CIF championship

On Nov. 12, St. Anthony High School’s (SAHS) girls varsity volleyball team won the CIF Southern Section Division 7 Championship with students, faculty and families cheering on the team at Cerritos College.

2016 Simbang Gabi Schedule for Archdiocese of Los Angeles

Dec. 16: Nativity Church, Torrance 6 p.m.

St. Pancratius, Lakewood 6 p.m.

St. Thomas More, Alhambra 6:30 p.m.

‘A quiet leader’: Archbishop Gomez begins serving as the vice president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops

Election Day did little to put aside divisions within the nation. While some felt vindicated by the outcome, others took to the streets in despair.

A people full of love and joy: Thousands of faithful pray, dance and sing to Our Lady of Guadalupe

There was still an hour left before the procession to honor Our Lady of Guadalupe began Dec. 4 in East Los Angeles. Still, Elsie Romera took her place above the float representing St. Mary’s Church in Boyle Heights. Her new husband José Delgado observed her with unabashed pride.