The Catholic Church in Hawaii: A faithful traveler’s guide
The combination of its stunning natural beauty and fascinating Catholic history makes Hawaii and unforgettable place to make a pilgrimage.
Jim Graves
Jim Graves is a Catholic writer living in Newport Beach, California. He is the former managing editor of the Bulletin, the official newspaper of the Diocese of Orange in California. He has written for such Catholic publications as Catholic World Report, National Catholic Register and Our Sunday Visitor.
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4 Beautiful Catholic churches in the the coastal American South
Catholicism in the South dates back to the 1500s, and remains strong today.
Make a pilgrimage to New Orleans’ majestic St. Louis Cathedral
In the heart of the French Quarter, the cathedral has a rich history dating back to the 18th century.
Florida parish takes to the streets to help residents find a better day, and a step toward God
2 x 2 and door to door ... you can't help but be reminded of the first disciples when you hear about this
Bishop reinstating Confraternity of Our Lady of La Leche at oldest shrine of USA
Devotion to Nursing Mother of Jesus was instrumental in bringing Native Americans of Florida region to the Faith.
Delaware priest launches program for parishioners to write prisoners
Interested Catholics would be paired with one of the 2,500 inmates in his diocese's maximum security prison.
Meet St. Dismas: a church inside a New York maximum security prison
“Lucky” Luciano (1897-1962) was an inmate here in the 1930s, and donated red oak for the pews of this church.
Kateri Institute forming Church leaders in New York
Says one graduate: I'm more confident about my knowledge of the faith, and with that confidence, better able to share it.
This diocese found an innovative way to bring the Rosary to school kids
Rochester schools are expecting the program to return next year.
Watch ‘The Chosen,’ the online series on the life of Jesus
For a limited time, this crowd-funded production is now available via a free app or online.
Loving God’s people with God’s love: California deacon ready to brave it all
From sickness, to mosquito infested jungles, to churches needing armed guards, nothing stops Spirit Filled Hearts Ministry.
The Blessing of the Fleet in Biloxi, a tradition started by Catholic immigrants to the Gulf Coast
The festival, which marks the start of shrimp-fishing season, is celebrating its 90th anniversary, and will be held on June 1 and 2.
Can lay people still find direction from monks? Actually, yes
There are some thriving monasteries spread around the nation.
From Alaska to Siberia: I’ve learned you can’t fix anyone … you can walk with them, though
Russia has been the best place for me to exercise my priesthood. I want to stay here for the rest of my life.
Youth decide to bring Christ to the only mission diocese in the US
Supported by a ministry of Franciscan University, these young people say living and evangelizing should be synonymous
California center gives visitors a chance to experience Shroud of Turin
“I think for all of us, in particular teens trying to figure out what they believe in, tangible evidence of Jesus’ suffering and resurrection can go a long way.”
New online radio network sees no reason to reinvent the wheel
Virgin Most Powerful is featuring a variety of original Catholic programs -- "just helping people fall in love."
Bringing Eucharistic Adoration to the country, 177 stops at a time
Meet the husband and wife team trying to give everyone a chance to worship Jesus in the Eucharist.
Meet the illustrator drawing saints to snip out of newspapers
He's been doodling since grade school, but now the Holy Spirit has him working to spread the message of the Church's heroes.
Teens organize and execute 4-day pilgrimage for peers fighting depression
“I think we were all surprised at how tough it was.”