PNCEA is high-tech evangelization
Interested in the latest tools and information on evangelization? The Paulist National Catholic Evangelization Association’s Evangelization Exchange is just what you have been looking for. The E-Exchange is PNCEA’s free online newsletter filled with ideas for people participating in this foundational Paulist charism. Find out more here! May 12, 2008
Paulist Productions goes on 'Tyler's Ride'
Meet Tyler Mason, a fictional fifth-year college senior that gets a big surprise on his 23rd birthday – a launch into the real world courtesy of his dad. All the sudden, he’s got to “man up.” Paulist Productions' newest release, ‘Tyler’s Ride’ is a Web series that walks viewers through Tyler’s journey from comfortable college student to trying live his dream. May 5, 2008
The Paulists go papal: When Benedict XVI came to the U.S., the C.S.P.’s were there
The pope’s recent visit to Washington, D.C., and New York were a flurry of spiritual excitement. Father Dave Dwyer, C.S.P., covered the events for The Catholic Channel on Sirius satellite radio and talks about other Paulists’ efforts to help “interpret the Catholic Church for America and interpret America for the church.” April 28, 2008
Literary lightning strikes Paulist–twice!
Award-winning author Father Thomas Ryan has expanded his literary offerings with the recent launch of two new books – “Soul Fire: Accessing Your Creativity” (Skylight Paths Publishing) and “Interreligious Prayer: A Christian Guide” (Paulist Press). Meet Father Ryan and explore the impetus behind the two books. March 31, 2008
Forgiveness: The question of our age
To forgive or not to forgive … They may not be Shakespeare’s immortal words, but in this age of increasing uncertainty and violence, the question of forgiveness becomes critically important. Paulist Productions new documentary film “The Big Question” helps people answer for themselves the questions? Could we forgive? Should we forgive? Read the story and view the movie trailer. March 17, 2008
Special 150th Anniversary Event Report: Paulist pilgrims take Rome by storm!
Take a cyber-journey with the 30 Paulist pilgrims from points across the United States as they walked in the footsteps of Paulist founder Father Isaac T. Hecker during the Hecker Week in Rome Pilgrimage, held March 1-7. This exciting time featured an audience with Pope Benedict XVI and visiting the sites that were crucial to the formation of the Paulist Fathers during Father Hecker’s visits to the Eternal City. Read the story and view photos! March 10, 2008
Servant of God Father Isaac T. Hecker
Cardinal Edward M. Egan of New York formally opened the cause for canonization of Paulist founder Father Isaac T. Hecker during a Jan. 27 Mass at the Church of St. Paul the Apostle, the Paulist mother church in New York City. Read the story and view pictures! January 28, 2008
150 years of outreach, peace and unity: Paulist Fathers anniversary year begins Jan. 25
The feast of the conversion of St. Paul the Apostle has long been a special date on the Paulist calendar. This year it has additional meaning as it marks the beginning of the Paulists’ 150th anniversary year. Experience the spiritual journey of the Paulist Fathers and why they continue to be on the cutting edge of ministry. January 21, 2008
Small pebble, big ripple
For a religious community of 150 priests, the Paulists boast four members working on the front lines of ecumenical and interfaith relations. Meet Father Thomas Stransky, C.S.P., Father Michael McGarry, C.S.P., Father Ron Roberson, C.S.P. and Father Tom Ryan, C.S.P. and find out why their ministries are so vital in bringing people together. January 15, 2008
Hecker Lecture scheduled for Jan. 25
The 2008 Hecker Lecture will be held Jan. 25 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Paul’s College – North American Paulist Center in Washington, D.C. This year’s lecture features Father Clarence Williams, C.P.P.S, Ph.D., speaking on “Leadership that Makes Real Reconciliation.” January 7, 2008
Countdown to 150th Anniversary Convocation begins!
In just six short months, Paulist priests, associates, collaborators and friends will gather in Washington, D.C., for the community’s 150th Anniversary Convocation. With four impressive keynote speakers and lots of memories to be made, read the story to find out more and for registration information! December 31, 2007
Paulist foundations celebrate Advent and Christmas
Meet Adam Dawkins, the new executive director for the Paulist Office for Financial Development. With ministry and fundraising experience, Mr. Dawkins first came to know the Paulists some seven years ago. Read all about this new face on the Paulist scene, and his commitment to support Paulist ministry. December 17, 2007
Adam Dawkins takes up post as executive director for Paulist financial development
Meet Adam Dawkins, the new executive director for the Paulist Office for Financial Development. With ministry and fundraising experience, Mr. Dawkins first came to know the Paulists some seven years ago. Read all about this new face on the Paulist scene, and his commitment to support Paulist ministry. December 10, 2007
Santa Susanna starts the season of giving by...giving
Parishioners and friends of Santa Susanna in Rome are gearing up for this year’s St. Nicholas Charity Serata to be held Dec. 1. The gala dinner dance, silent auction and raffle raise money for nine special charities that serve the poor of Rome. Read about this tradition of giving and see photos from last year’s event! November 26, 2007
Father Joseph V. Gallagher, former Paulist president, dies at 85
Funeral Masses will take place in Grand Rapids, Mich., and New York City for Father Joseph V. Gallagher, C.S.P., who died Nov. 16. The former Paulist president was instrumental in conceiving and implementing the Paulist Fathers mission direction statement and successfully took the order through the changes of Vatican II. November 19, 2007
Pastor power!
The annual meeting of Paulist pastors, directors and superiors took place Oct. 29-31 at St. Paul’s College in Washington, D.C. What was on the minds of these Paulist leaders? Read the story to find out and view pictures! November 11, 2007
Old St. Mary's goes global to help Darfur
For the parishioners of the Paulist-run parish of Old St. Mary’s in San Francisco, the terrible situation still playing out in Darfur isn’t just a talking point on the nightly news. Last month, the parish hosted an event to bring awareness to the tragedy happing in the Darfur region of Sudan. October 29, 2007
The winds of faith are blowing in Chicago
Rich in faith and history, Old St. Mary’s parish in Chicago is experiencing unprecedented growth. Find out what’s going with the Paulists in the Windy City, and see how Old St. Mary’s is planning to celebrate its 175th jubilee in 2008. October 22, 2007
Celebrate the founding of the Paulist Fathers with Hecker Week in Rome
It was on March 6, 1858, that Pope Pius IX issued the Nuper Nonnulli document that led to the founding of the Paulist Fathers. Now, 150 years later, pilgrims from across North America will have the chance to walk in Father Hecker’s footsteps during Hecker Week in Rome. Pilgrims will participate in the Paulist 150th Anniversary events at Santa Susanna, the Paulist-run American church in Rome, see Father Hecker points of interest and explore Rome on their own. October 15, 2007
St. Augustine marks 70 years
Take a quick peek into the 70th anniversary celebration at St. Augustine in Memphis, served by the Paulist Fathers since 2002. Filled with color, music and movement, the liturgy and all the festivities were definitely something to remember. October 8, 2007
Follow-up: New Paulist foundation in Michigan is off to a good start
Rain gave way to sunshine as the Paulist community opened the doors to the Hecker Center for Ministry in Washington, D.C. earlier this month. Archbishop Donald W. Wuerl of Washington, who blessed the new building, said at the opening ceremony that the center serves as futher reinforcement of the Paulists' pledge to continue to serve the church, to continue to be one more sign of Father Isaac Hecker’s vision.” October 1, 2007
Hecker Center for Ministry formally dedicated in D.C.
Rain gave way to sunshine as the Paulist community opened the doors to the Hecker Center for Ministry in Washington, D.C. earlier this month. Archbishop Donald W. Wuerl of Washington, who blessed the new building, said at the opening ceremony that the center serves as futher reinforcement of the Paulists' pledge to continue to serve the church, to continue to be one more sign of Father Isaac Hecker’s vision.” September 24, 2007
Steven Bell, C.S.P., makes final promises with the Paulist Fathers
The Paulist community grew stronger with the recent final promises and ordination to the transitional diaconate of Steven Bell, C.S.P. The liturgies that took place Sept. 7 and Sept. 8 took Rev. Mr. Bell one step closer to the Paulist priesthood. Read about the spiritual journey of this charismatic and captivating Paulist and view pictures from the liturgies. September 17, 2007
New novices welcomed into Paulist community
Phillip Andrews, Matthew Sanders and Gaurav Shroff – the Paulist novice class of 2007-08 – were officially welcomed into the Paulist community during a Sept. 1 liturgy St. Paul’s College in Washington, D.C. Meet the new novices, discover how they found the Paulists, and view photos from the Masses. September 10, 2007
A Paulist on the national scene
Meet Father John E. Hurley, C.S.P., who will take up a new post as executive director of the National Pastoral Life Center in New York on Sept. 17. With the work of the NPLC so related to the Paulist charism of evangelization, reconciliation and ecumenical and interfaith relations, Father Hurley said, ‘Paulist charism will be “alive and well in what I do at the National Pastoral Life Center.’ September 3, 2007
'Multicultural' is the word in Toronto
St. Peter Parish and the Paulist Centre for Catholic Evangelization – the two Paulist foundations in Toronto are a place where people not only come to celebrate their common faith, but share their culturally-based faith traditions in an atmosphere of mutual respect. This exciting dynamic can be seen in every aspect of the community's life – from liturgical music to the Fall Fair. August 27, 2007
Four men make first promises in Paulist community
August was definitely not your typical hot, summer month for Rene Constanza, Tom Gibbons, Tim Shannon and Claradon “Buster” Woody. After spending a year as novices, the four men became the newest members of the Paulist community by making their First Promises. Get to know these four special people, and view pictures from the liturgy! August 13, 2007
Paulist National Catholic Evangelization Association: 30 years of sharing the Gospel
St. Paul's mission was to spread the Gospel to all of the known world. Paulist founder Father Isaac T. Hecker's vision was to share the Catholic faith throughout North America. Those legacies of faith continue in the work of the Paulist National Catholic Evangelization Association (PNCEA). Through its programs, online courses and materials, PNCEA spreads awareness of the need for Catholic evangelization and gives Catholics the tools and resources needed to carry out the evangelizing mission of the church. August 6, 2007
40 years of service and going strong
Meet Father John J. Foley, C.S.P., who just celebrated 40 years as a Paulist priest. Having felt the call to the priesthood as a young boy, Father Foley said he has enjoyed the priestly life. Now at age 67, Father Foley continues to serve as the superior of the Paulist Fathers' residence in New York City and the Mount Paul Retreat Center in Oak Ridge, N.J. Read about Father Foley's priestly journey and view pictures. July 30, 2007
New ministry offers new artists 'Openings' to divine inspiration
Meet Father Frank Sabatte, C.S.P., a Paulist priest and artist who has begun “Openings” a Paulist outreach to young artists. A ministry that exemplifies the classic Paulist exploration of the link between faith and culture, “Openings” offers young artists the chance to inspire one another and the world with their creativity and spirituality. Read the story. July 23, 2007
Retreat participants share the Paulist spirit
“Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful, and enkindle in them the fire of your love.” This well-known prayer was on the lips and in the hearts of the 40 people who attended the East Coast Holy Spirit Retreat June 22-24 at Mount Paul, the Paulist retreat center in Oak Ridge, NJ. Veteran retreat master Father D. Bruce Nieli, C.S.P., led the group on a spiritual journey that connected Paulist spirituality to contemporary culture and beyond. July 16, 2007
Golden moment in Columbus
The spring was pure gold in Columbus, Ohio, as the St. Thomas More Newman Center at Ohio State University celebrated its 50th anniversary. Center director Father Larry Rice, C.S.P., has offered his report, thoughts and reflections on the celebration and the five decades of ministry at Ohio State. July 9, 2007
Walking in St. Paul's shoes
The annual Paulist pilgrimage took participants to Greece, where participants took a walk in the shoes of St. Paul the Apostle. During this once-in-a-lifetime experience, participants experienced the legacy of faith to be found in Athens, Corinth, Ephesus, Thessaloniki and more. July 2, 2007
Growing the seeds of faith in Michigan
In a move that will greatly expand the Paulist ministry in Michigan, Bishop Walter Hurley of Grand Rapids has invited the Paulists to found St. Luke University Parish at Grand Valley State University. Father Brad Schoeberle, C.S.P., the new pastor, and Father Don Andrie, C.S.P., will arrive this summer to begin this new ministry. June 25, 2007
Portland's Paulist parish evangelizes through the Earth
Conservation of natural resources and protecting the environment is a hot topic in the Pacific Northwest. The Paulist-run St. Philip Neri Church in Portland, Ore., has not only joined in this great cause, but also turned it into a major tool for evangelization, reconciliation and ecumenical and interfaith relations. See how “meeting people where they are at” has helped this parish live the Paulist charism. June 18, 2007
Resting in God: The Contemplative experience
When Father Terry Ryan, C.S.P., began his journey in the Paulist priesthood, he never imagined that leading missions, retreats and evening reflections on the mystics, children's Gospel stories and giving care to the dying would become his full-time ministry. Father Ryan's work, which has strong ties to the Paulist charism of reaching out to non-Catholics and Catholics who want to strengthen their faith, leads people on a voyage of spiritual discovery. June 11, 2007
A labor of love, a gift of love
St. Paul the Apostle, Los Angeles parishioner Mary Anne Cosgrove not only created an icon of St. Paul the Apostle, but a gift from the very heart of each parishioner to the Paulist Fathers that will honor the order's 150th Anniversary in 2008. Meet the artist, experience the story behind the icon and view pictures of the creative process. June 4, 2007
Congratulations, Father Landry!
The entire Paulist family is rejoicing as Deacon Bartholomew Landry, C.S.P., became the newest priest and member of the Paulist Fathers at his June 19 ordination at St. Paul the Apostle in New York City. Meet Father Landry, read about the ordination and view pictures from the ordination! May 21, 2007
Five Paulists celebrate 50 years of Paulist priesthood
On May 11, 1957, five men stood before Bishop James A. Griffiths at the Church of St. Paul the Apostle in New York City to embark on a new phase in their lives and spiritual journey – that of becoming a Paulist priest. From serving at Vatican II to serving in the military, these five men have made remarkable contributions to the Catholic Church and the Paulist community. Meet these five amazing Paulists as they share their faith journey. May 14, 2007
Music and lyrics: A new approach
Father Ricky Manalo, C.S.P., recently won a hymn competition sponsored by the National Association of Pastoral Musicians for his composition titled “That All May Be One in Christ.” Father Manalo's unique approach to this project not only led to an award-winning piece of music, but one that greatly falls in with the Paulist charism of building Christian unity while respecting cultural differences. Read the story and view pictures of Father Manalo in action. May 7, 2007
St. Augustine's Palm Sunday procession lifts up Memphis
Some 400 parishioners, choir members and liturgical dancers at the Paulist-run St. Augustine Church in Memphis took their parish's Palm Sunday celebration up a notch by organizing a half-mile course through the streets of the surrounding neighborhood. April 16, 2007
Foundation leaders care and share in New York
For leaders of Paulist foundations throughout North America and Rome, the annual gathering of pastors, directors and superiors is more than a ‘state of the community' address. It is a chance for the national leadership to draw on the gifts of these men, and for the participants to share, support and even inspire one another. Read the story and view photos from the meeting. April 9, 2007
Finding common ground: 62nd Roman Catholic-Anglican Consultation comes to St. Paul's College
Even though there are still significant divides between the Roman Catholic and Anglican churches, dialogue has been critical to building mutual understanding and respect. In fact, one Anglican bishop said people would be surprised at the amount of progress that has been made. Dialogue between the two churches continued recently at St. Paul's College in Washington, D.C. Find out why such gatherings further the cause of Christian unity, a cornerstone of the Paulist charism. April 2, 2007
Celebrate Holy Week With the Paulists
From “Soul Stations” in Memphis to the traditional Easter Sunday Mass in Portland and Toronto, the Paulist foundations across North America (and even in Rome!) have prepared both traditional and unique Holy Week liturgies, worship experiences and activities that are reflections of their faith communities. We hope to see you in the pews! Read about the Lenten activities the Paulist foundations have held as well as what they have in store for Holy Week. March 26, 2007
Busted Halo Show brings faith from the heavens to the Earth
Paulist Father Dave Dwyer, C.S.P., publisher of BustedHalo.com, has taken the online magazine for spiritual seekers in their 20s and 30s to the next level with the Busted Halo Show on Sirius Satellite Radio. Father Dwyer answers faith questions, tackles today's issues, interviews notable people and takes calls five days a week. Read about how this new ministry is taking Paulist young adult ministry to the stars. March 19, 2007
BustedHalo.com makes a faith connection
How can the Catholic Church reach young adults? BustedHalo.com, the Paulist online magazine for spiritual seekers in their 20s and 30s, does exactly that every day with feature articles, faith guides, podcasts and more. The success of this high-tech ministry can be seen in the responses of people yearning to explore and deepen their faith. Discover how BustedHalo has catapulted the Paulist mission of evangelization and young adult ministry into the new millennium. March 12, 2007
Catch the Spirit with the Paulists!
You are cordially invited to attend the Holy Spirit retreats offered by the Paulist Fathers as they gear up for their 150th Anniversary celebrations in 2008. The East Coast (June 2007) and West Coast (November 2007) retreats will offer participants the opportunity to experience Paulist spirituality by exploring the connection between the Holy Spirit, St. Paul and Paulist founder Father Isaac T. Hecker. March 5, 2007
The making of a relic
Visitors and parishioners at St. Paul the Apostle in New York witnessed an unusual event just before the regular Sunday Mass on Feb. 18. In a ceremony of prayer, long expanses of purple cloth were hung around the tomb of Paulist founder Father Isaac Thomas Hecker. In preparation for the opening of his cause for sainthood in the Archdiocese of New York, a great prayer cloth was created. Snippets of this cloth will be attached to prayer cards, a long standing custom in the Roman Catholic Church, to serve as relics, asking for Father Hecker's intercession. Read about relics, the ceremony and Father Hecker's path to the sainthood. February 26, 2007
Take a walk in the footsteps of Paulist founder Father Isaac T. Hecker
In anticipation of the 150th anniversary of the founding of the Paulist Fathers in 2008, you are invited to join the Paulists for one of the Hecker Walks, which will take participants on a tour of Manhattan's Lower East Side, where Paulist founder Father Isaac T. Hecker was born, grew up, and explored the Catholic faith. We hope you will join us for this journey of history and faith. February 19, 2007
Paulist Fathers serve low-income neighborhoods through Leviticus Fund
In 1983, the Paulist Fathers became one of the first religious orders of men to invest in the Leviticus Fund, a socially-responsive not-for-profit financial intermediary that serves low-income neighborhoods in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut by providing flexible capital and financial services for the development of affordable housing and community facilities and child care centers. See how the Paulist involvement in the Leviticus Fund helps the community expand its outreach and ministry in tangible ways. February 12, 2007
Keeping it clean: Betty Hall retires from St. Paul's College
People matter to Betty Hall, and in her 27 years on the housekeeping staff at St. Paul's College in Washington, D.C., she has met plenty of them. From visiting archbishops to new Paulist novices, Ms. Hall describes meeting new people as the best part of her job. See how Ms. Hall found the Paulists and read about her experiences of more than a quarter-century at a historic Paulist foundation. February 5, 2007
New Paulist Office for Reconciliation aims to heal Church's wounds
The 16 members of the board of directors of the Paulist Office for Reconciliation met for the first time Jan. 23 at the North American Paulist Center in Washington, D.C. The group is on a “divine initiative” to bring the church together with people who feel separated for whatever the reason, according to Father John E. Hurley, C.S.P., director of the reconciliation office. Read the story and see photos from the first reconciliation board meeting. January 29, 2007
Paulist president is right where he wants to be
Father John F. Duffy, C.S.P., brings the wealth of his diverse experience to his role as president of the Paulist Fathers. Keeping up with all of the Paulist ministries while planning for the community's prosperous future is no easy trick, but Father Duffy makes it look effortless. Meet Father Duffy and learn of his vision for the Paulists as the community looks forward to its 150th anniversary celebrations in 2008. January 22, 2007
Sharing the Paulist DNA: Father Frank DeSiano, C.S.P.
Author. Evangelizer. Missioner. Leader. These are only a few adjectives that could be used to describe Father Frank DeSiano, C.S.P., first consultor of the Paulist Fathers. Raised in the Paulist mother parish of St. Paul the Apostle in New York City, Father DeSiano not only became a Paulist but served as its president for eight years. Meet Father DeSiano and read about the path he forged in the Paulist community. January 15, 2007
Growing up Paulist: Father James W. Moran, C.S.P.
Raised in a Paulist parish, Father James W. Moran, C.S.P., brings the wealth and diversity of his 42 years of priestly experience to the Paulist leadership team. This veteran priest serves as vice president of the Missionary Society of St. Paul the Apostle as well as its ministry to welcome fallen away Catholics home to the church. Meet Father Moran in this first of a series of profiles on the three members of the Paulist Presidential Board. January 8, 2007
When membership has its privileges
St. Augustine Parish in Memphis, TN, is home to Monte Flowers, the Memphis NAACP Teenager of the Year. Monte made presentations to the parish community in order to generate adult and youth memberships to the NAACP, raising awareness of NAACP and social justice issues as well as expanding his public speaking skills and increasing his self confidence along the way. Read more about Monte's triumph, which touches on the Paulist ideals of evangelization, Gospel values and social justice. January 1, 2007
One more step toward the Paulist priesthood
Three Paulist seminarians traveled further down the road to priestly ordination as two were recently installed as lectors and one was installed as an acolyte and lector. Find out what this milestone means on the way to the priesthood, and meet the three men on their way to ordination in the Paulist community and view pictures from the Mass. December 25, 2006
Blue Christmas liturgy helps the holiday shine in Columbus
Christmas is anything but merry for people wounded by events in their lives. The St. Thomas More Newman Center at Ohio State University in Columbus is helping people reconnect with the church with its Blue Christmas Mass held on Christmas Eve. A low-key liturgy, the Mass aims to extend a spirit of welcome and belonging to those feeling alone and disengaged. December 18, 2006
First step taken in Paulist founder's path to sainthood
In late October, Father John F. Duffy, C.S.P., the President of the Paulist Fathers and Paulist historian Father Paul G. Robichaud, C.S.P. met with Edward Cardinal Egan, the Archbishop of New York to discuss