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By Catholic Standard The third Maryland Catholic Advocacy Day sponsored by the Maryland Catholic Conference, will be held this year on Wednesday, Feb. 16. Sponsored by the Maryland Catholic Conference – the official public policy arm of The Roman Archdiocese of...
WASHINGTON — Catholic school enrollment increased for the first time in two decades this school year, according to a preliminary report released by the National Catholic Educational Association Feb. 14. The enrollment increase was from Catholic elementary schools and overall...
Bishop Koenig's homily on the 6th Sunday of Ordinary Time, 2022. It was a Mass of celebration of Black History Month at St. Joseph Church on French Street in Wilmington on Feb. 13. As we gather today to celebrate Black...
CLAYMONT — Archmere overcame a 15-point run by Delmarva Christian in the third quarter, forcing overtime and edging the Royals, 66-64, on Feb. 14 at Mogila Fieldhouse. The win snapped a two-game Auks losing streak, and they were certainly...
Catholic schools on the Eastern Shore of Maryland will be mask-optional beginning Feb. 15 as the caseload of COVID-19 cases has decreased significantly, according to the superintendent of schools in the Diocese of Wilmington. Delaware Catholic schools should not be...
OAK ORCHARD - It's a plain, little home with white siding and black shutters. Mary's House is located just past Mary, Mother of Peace Catholic Church, as Route 24 winds its way to Millsboro. The quiet little corner becomes a...
PHILADELPHIA -- As fears of a Russian invasion of Ukraine continue to mount, the Ukrainian Catholic bishops of the U.S. have called for a three-day prayer vigil "for peace and the conversion of the hearts of those who preach...
Deacon Robert Cousar was recognized by the parishioners and staff at St. Joseph’s on French street in Wilmington for 20 years of service to the parish. The milestone was in November, but celebrated last month due to a pandemic-related delay. The...
VATICAN CITY -- A disciple of Jesus leaves behind worldly attachments and prejudices to follow God completely, Pope Francis said. Disciples "know how to question themselves, how to humbly seek God every day," the pope said Feb. 13 during his...
The last full week of basketball in Delaware includes two big rematches, plus a few teams looking to improve their standing heading into the state tournament. On the girls’ side, Ursuline visits St. Elizabeth on Wednesday, and the Vikings will...