NC Catholics Story Archive

Winter 2023

Local priests reflect on Pope Benedict XVI
Sister Francis Xavier, who served in New Bern in the 1950s and ‘60s, dies in Pennsylvania
Father Gales: ‘Speak out against injustice, racism, marginalization and silence’
Garden and additional columbarium blessed at St. Francis of Assisi
Sinulog Festival commemorates native Filipinos' acceptance of Catholic faith

November-December 2022

Let the scriptures of Advent light your way
Faithful Gifts: The Church and relics of the saints
Planting the seed
How it came to be: A look at the history of Our Lady of the Rosary

September-October 2022

One Body of the Church
Embrace the simplicity of St. Francis with Umbrian lentil soup
With her hands, and from her home: Ro sews 8,000 ... and counting

July-August 2022

St. Dominic’s orange tree sowed the seeds of faith
Seeking holiness, with the guidance of love
Newly Ordained: Meet the two newest priests for the diocese
‘Redemption is Possible’: Why I’m working to abolish the death penalty in NC

May-June 2022

Everything. Prepared.
Morning miles: Group combines faith and hiking
Called to shepherd

March-April 2022

Ever Present: With all the changes of the past 24 months, something's the same
Approach Holy Week with prayer and intention

January-February 2022

For their community: Brothers give back and honor their mom
Human voices: A perfect symphony
Practice being more 'present' to your family
Introvert or extrovert? Ditch the labels for your children
She says: I need my 'alone time'
What if you’re putting all the effort into a friendship?
Zooming into science through service
Five Follows: Who do you follow?
Passion and Pursuit: Keeping prayer in a busy day
Should suffering shake our faith?

November-December 2021

Christollen: Sweetbread in honor of the Baby Jesus
The meaning of joy
Shepherds found Jesus in a manger
St. Joseph's roots are diversity and tradition
Tips on avoiding food fights at the family table
He says: She is always bragging about her family history
I moved for my dream job (but now I don't know anyone)
My employees don't seem motivated, what can I do?

September-October 2021

Caring for another? What’s in your toolkit?
New pastor arrives in diocese
The Gifts of Gardens
Are you aware? October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Making a fresh start with family gatherings
In honor of St. Teresa of Ávila – serve up this comfort food with love
Helping kids be responsible
Keeping God and balance in the family business
Legion of Mary celebrates 100 years
The Foundation: Q&A with Maureen O’Keeffe Lindgren, executive director
'How & Why' - A reflection on the Eucharist