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Young people listen to the stories of Christian youth with lived experience of mental health challenges as part of “The Sanctuary Youth Series” by Sanctuary Mental Health Ministries. (Photo courtesy of Sanctuary Mental Health Ministries) By Kate Quiñones/CNA Daniel Whitehead knew it was time for a change when his wife told him she couldn’t remember the last time she’d seen him smile. With the strain of constantly meeting with people who were struggling, the Christian pastor s

Bailasan, championed by the Latin Patriarchate and Aid to the Church in Need, has already helped hundreds of people. A group session underway at Bailasan with Sister Lorena Saenz. (Photo: Courtesy of Bailasan) By Sabrina Ferrisi/National Catholic Register For the average young person living in the West Bank, life is very hard. Teenagers there have never known what it means to live in a place of peace. Within the city of Bethlehem, a short distance from the Church of the Nativ

Editor's Note: This video contains tough subject matters which may be hard for some to read. When the world sees victims, RISE sees survivors. This powerful video explores how RISE Ministry walks with community partners alongside victims of human trafficking — bringing not only justice, but hope, healing and redemption through the mercy of Christ. Through compassionate accompaniment, legal advocacy and faith-filled restoration, RISE helps survivors reclaim their dignity and r

Through his nearly 50 years of ministry, the deacon at Guardian Angels Parish in North Denver gives witness to the power of one “yes” at a time. 90-year-old Deacon Henry Sandoval is still serving the Church with joy, after decades of faithful, loving ministry. (Photos provided) By Jay Sorgi Deacon Henry Sandoval used to say no to God decades ago, but for nearly 50 years, he’s learned that he doesn’t know how to utter that word to his Savior. “You can't say no. I can't do it,”

(Photo: Helena Lopes / Unsplash) Who knew the finale of Parks & Recreation would lead to a unique mission within the Church? Just as...