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Resilience is the defining characteristic of the African American experience, yet it is rarely acknowledged by politicians nor is it highlighted in mass media. Resilience is the thread that runs through our lives and it has sustained us for more than 400 years.

Long before a free milk giveaway began at Good Samaritan Parish in Ambridge on Thursday, cars were lined up around the block. Volunteers sprang into action when the milk truck arrived, handing out up to two gallons per family.

Evangelization is the proclamation of the Gospel, that is, of the Person of Jesus Christ.

When COVID-19 prevented parishioners from the Diocese of Pittsburgh from making their annual mission trip to Appalachia, they decided to help their cash-strapped parishes and needy families close to home.

Laetitia Bridges brings a wealth of pastoral and professional experience to the diocese

Later start date gives elementary teachers more time to prepare

Like many principals, Ed Sharbaugh was struggling to fill classrooms and pay bills in the midst of a pandemic. Then a miracle happened.

Mike Stack kept teaching as he directed the young people who were preparing for one last dramatic presentation of the Living Stations of the Cross. “Remember to show the love that Jesus has for each of us,” he instructed.

The Diocese of Pittsburgh Chrism Mass will be celebrated at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, August 4, 2020, in recognition of the Feast Day of Saint John Vianney, the patron of parish priests.