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SAN DIEGO  -- Deacon Albert Graff, who turned 102 Jan. 23, explains the secret to his longevity in two words: "Never retire." An engineer by profession, he had scarcely retired after 25 years at General Atomics when he began his...
Welcome to The Dialog’s Lenten Journey for 2021, “Forty Days, Forty Deeds.” Throughout the season, we will be offering suggestions for acts of prayer, kindness and charity to enrich your faith journey, along with readings for the day from the...
As we all know, getting back to normal amid pandemic restrictions can be easier said than done. Almost no one knows that better than those associated with high school musicals. After most schools were able to perform their spring musicals productions...
Father Richard R. Reece, an Oblate of St. Francis de Sales for 67 years, died Feb. 27. He was 85. A Philadelphia native, Father Reece entered the Oblates after graduating from Northeast Catholic High School in 1954. He just celebrated...
VATICAN CITY  -- For the next World Day of Migrants and Refugees, Pope Francis wants Catholics to focus on greater communion and unity among all people. The Vatican celebration of the World Day of Migrants and Refugees 2021 will be...
The Delaware State Council of the Knights of Columbus announced the winners of the 2020-2021 Jerry E. Dawson PSD Memorial 25th Annual Vocation Essay Contest. The winners will receive a $50 check, an engraved plaque and the opportunity to record their...
YANGON, Myanmar  -- Cardinal Charles Bo of Yangon called for patience and tolerance on a day when at least 18 anti-coup protesters were shot dead by Myanmar security forces. Media reported Sister Ann Nu Thawng, a member of the Sisters...
VATICAN CITY  -- Pope Francis said he believes he will die in Rome, either in office or retired, and will not be buried in his native Argentina. In an interview published in the Argentine newspaper La Nación Feb. 27, the...
VATICAN CITY  -- Although it took obvious effort to pronounce each word and sometimes his secretary repeated what he said to make it clear, retired Pope Benedict XVI spoke to an Italian newspaper about his retirement and about Pope...
Jesus, as I make the 40-day pilgrimage through Lent, I ask that my journey may always be at your side. My one Lenten goal, indeed the one goal of my life, is to enter into a relationship with you....