ARTS & MEDIA

Virginia Catholic illustrates children's book about popular Marian devotion

According to her mother, Mia Sasscer was drawing before she could talk.

Former assistant fire chief aims to create 'sense of hope' in 9/11 memoir

One of the most vivid memories for those who experienced 9/11 firsthand is the weather that day.

The Monitor Magazine wins three awards from Catholic Media Association; local photojournalist and Clear Faith Publishing books also honored

The Diocese of Trenton’s monthly publication, The Monitor Magazine, has been recognized with three awards from the Catholic Press Association.  

Ojibwe artist's beadwork selected for display at U.S. Embassy to Holy See

With a needle and thread and painstaking attention, Jessica Gokey "paints" images of flora and fauna...

Actor is 'transformed' by portraying Father Tolton in theater production

Jim Coleman wasn't at all interested in portraying Father Augustus Tolton in a national traveling theater production.

‘Minions: The Rise of Gru’ is a mostly wholesome movie

 A '70s vibe adds verve to the animated origin story "Minions: The Rise of Gru" (Universal).

Elvis’ is fast-paced with true and honest elements

Wise men say only fools rush in – and skip seeing "Elvis" (Warner Bros), a highly entertaining, turbocharged biography of a music legend.

'Thor: Love and Thunder' is geared for mature audience

Tongue-in-cheek humor paces the vivid action in "Thor: Love and Thunder" (Disney), the third direct sequel to the Marvel Comics-based franchise's 2011 original.

Francis scholar offers helpful advice on how saint would navigate today

In a time filled with many fears and spiritual "potholes,"  ...

'By their deeds': The problem of evil through the eyes of James Lee Burke

Prolific writer James Lee Burke scoffs mildly at the suggestion there is a homespun theology to be found in the pages of his novels, short stories and assorted musings.

Report about YouTube shows kids exposed to derogatory videos

We're all God's children, right?

Mark Shields dies; political commentator wore Catholic faith on his sleeve

Political commentator Mark Shields, who often wore his Catholic faith on his sleeve ...

Catholic author brings the good news to children in her latest book

Pointing to the words of St. Jerome, "Ignorance of Scripture is ignorance of Christ," writer Christine Anghie

Children's books for summer showcase tales of saintly heroes, adventure

The following books are suitable for summer reading:

CCC collection, set for May 28, 29, will benefit Diocese’s media work

The Diocese of Trenton, like its counterparts across the nation, will ask the faithful to support its communications and media work through a donation to the Catholic Communications Campaign at all Masses May 28 and 29. 


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