Keyword: 'Pope Francis' | Herald Community Newspapers

Keyword: Pope Francis

17 results total, viewing 11 - 17

Pope Francis issued an encyclical last month that focuses on our responsibility for and connections to the environment and the poor. I’ve only read the first half of “Laudato Si’" . . . more

7/1/15

The people's pope, a man of science

There’s a wonderful story about St. Francis of Assisi, the 13th-century champion of the poor, after whom the Roman Catholic Church’s current pope is named. St. Francis, it is said, would stop in his tracks if he . . . more

6/25/15

Holocaust Remembrance Day was commemorated by many Five Towns synagogues during two events on Wednesday. Above, Polish-born Holocaust survivor Meyer Hack showed his prisoner number that was branded on his arm.

Commemorating Holocaust Remembrance Day

Calling it one of the most important events in Jewish history, Rabbi Steven Graber, the spiritual leader of Temple Hillel in North Woodmere, listed two other reasons why the Holocaust should be remembered. more

By Jeff Bessen | 4/16/15

Andrzej Zglejszewski venerated the eucharistic host with frankincense.

Pope names new auxiliary bishop for Rockville Centre diocese

Making good on Pope Benedict XVI’s promise to appoint three auxiliary bishops to the Diocese of Rockville Centre, Pope Francis appointed Monsignor Andrzej Zglejszewski to the position on Feb. … more

By John Maher | 2/19/14

Robinson Cano and the fight against poverty

This is the time of year when baseball fans live in a state of perpetual hope that their favorite team will acquire some decent players so that next season won’t be a disaster. more

12/19/13

Rich school, poor school

On Dec. 3, the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development released results of the 2012 Programme for International Student Assessment, a set of three tests — in literacy, science and math — which is given every three years to 15-year-olds in 65 nations. more

12/12/13

Five towns religious leaders and residents look for Pope Francis to lead a Catholic Church more in tune with people’s needs.

The Five Towns welcomes new pope

A pope of many firsts, the former Jorge Cardinal Mario Bergoglio, now Pope Francis, is considered a humble man who has cooked his own meals, used public transportation and possesses a great affinity for the poor. more

By Jeff Bessen | 3/20/13

« Prev | 1 | 2

Currently viewing stories posted within the past year.
For all older stories, please use our advanced search.