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“Doctor of the Church” is a designation of saints, whose experience and writings contributed significantly to Catholic theology or doctrine.

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The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops selected Archbishop Alexander Sample and Bishop Peter Smith, both of the Portland Archdiocese, to leadership roles.

The Rev. Gary Smith, SJ, writes of his ministry on the streets and in the jails of Portland.

"Eucharistia" is a Greek word meaning "eucharist" or "thanksgiving.

Advent season is time to hope, not just for good things, but for great ones.

Advent marks the first sanctification of adults seeking full initiation into the Catholic Church at Easter.

Gene Sharp's book "From Dictatorship to Democracy" is free online, emphasizing that dictatorships have weaknesses and implode.

The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) released a "special pastoral message" on Nov. 12, criticizing the government's deportation plan.

As Pope Leo XIV marks the Ninth World Day of the Poor on Sunday, Nov. 16, he reminds Catholics of the heart of Jesus' words and example.

Portland Archbishop Alexander K. Sample grieves "fear and anxiety" sparked by deportation policy.

For almost 75 years, Blanchet House has created its own paths to dignity and solidarity in service.

The Grotto's Christmas Festival of Lights Nov. 28 to Dec. 30 (except Christmas day), 5 to 9 p.m. 8840 N.E. Skidmore St. Portland, OR 97220 Enter at N.E. 85th and Sandy A walk-through event across the sanctuary grounds Millions of Christmas lights Puppet shows in the plaza tent at the top of each hour Grotto Carolers perform at the bottom of each hour Choirs from schools, churches, civic groups perform in the Chapel of Mary Snacks and beverages available for purchase Free par

Saint John Henry Newman became a Doctor of the Church on Nov. 1, All Saints Day. A convert to Catholicism, he was a theologian of note, an academic, historian, writer and poet.

November, the month when Catholics remember and pray for those who have died, is a good time to reflect on purgatory.

By now you know that Inquiry is the first of the four-stage process for becoming Catholic. During this stage, the emphasis is reflecting about faith. Many wonder how their lives could be more meaningful if they turn their faith to the Catholic Church. Our church teaches that the journey is less about an inquirer seeking a faith they choose than it is about an inquirer answering God’s call. “The Lord is gently knocking at the window of your soul," Pope Leo XIV said during the

The initial paperwork aimed at peace between Israel and Hamas has been signed but Catholic leaders urge caution.

Bishop Thomas Hennen On Sept. 29, "Fr. Thom" became Bishop Thomas Hennen. He was ordained a deacon, then a priest in Davenport, Iowa....

In his first teaching document, Pope Leo calls on believers to re-read, reclaim and act on Jesus' care for the poor.

A schedule might be detailed, even boring. But in the Catechumenate — the process of adults preparing to become fully initiated Catholics...

On-line news stories recount that Pope Leo XIV has signed his first apostolic exhortation and called for renewed action on poverty and climate change.

Holiday Market Sat., Nov. 1, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. All Saints Parish 3847 N.E. Glisan St. Portland, OR 97232 New : Kids Marketplace. Children sell their own arts and crafts. Kids tables $10 each 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.  Vendor tables $75 each. Vendor registration, donations or specialty items: email laurafricke@yahoo.com . Christmas Photo Booth The Bakery Antique Treasure Table Donations or consignment sales (15% to All Saints) Antiques: Mary Grace Stokes 503-231-5703 Volunteers earn Ser

On September 29, the Most Rev. Thomas Hennen became the youngest bishop to lead a diocese in the United States. Congratulations Bishop...