Pittsburgh Catholic Newspaper

Ruth Dougherty purchased and planted the first rose bushes at St. Paul Cathedral and faithfully tended them for years.

Photos by Chuck Austin

Diocese to celebrate Young Adult Sunday Aug. 1
By: Pittsburgh Catholic Staff Report

Participants encouraged to make a difference in the world

Parishes throughout the diocese will host socials, cookouts and Masses to celebrate Young Adult Sunday on Aug. 1.

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A shower of roses
By: Paula A. Smith

One of the best memories I have from when I attended Catholic grade school occurred right after lunch recess. When Sister rang the big brass bell, we lined up, stomped up the metal stairs and pushed o ...
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Retreat houses offer a feeling of peace
By: Patricia Bartos, Senior Staff Writer

Most retreat centers are operated by religious communities

People sense a feeling of peace as they enter the grounds of the Martina Spiritual Renewal Center in West View.

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Pittsburgh-area retreat houses
By: Pittsburgh Catholic Staff Report

Epiphany Association

Provides formational and educational resources for ongoing spiritual renewal, featuring multi-purpose room, classrooms, gardens, chapel. Also, Epiphany Academy of Forma ...
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Passionist beginnings recalled
By: Patricia Bartos

Religious order celebrating 100th anniversary of arrival in U.S.

Most U.S. religious orders trace their beginnings to small bands of pioneers who ventured from European monasteries to ...
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Father Groeschel to speak
By: Pittsburgh Catholic Staff Report

Franciscan Father Benedict Groeschel will preside at a holy hour at St. Paul Seminary in Crafton on Friday, July 30, from 6-7 p.m. with the theme: “The Eucharist and Families that Make a Difference.” ...
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Diocese to celebrate Young Adult Sunday Aug. 1 By: Pittsburgh Catholic Staff Report

A shower of roses By: Paula A. Smith

Retreat houses offer a feeling of peace By: Patricia Bartos, Senior Staff Writer

Pittsburgh-area retreat houses By: Pittsburgh Catholic Staff Report