In early June, Legatus editor Patrick Novecosky had the chance to visit the set of MOMS' NIGHT OUT, an upcoming film starring Patricia Heaton, Trace Adkins, Sean Astin and Sarah Drew. Novecosky says, "It was a thrill to hang out with the cast and crew, and fellow journalists... and Patricia Heaton called me out of the group of reporters like I was one of her own kids. But that's a story for another day." He wrote about the new film for the National Catholic Register. Watch for future blog post as the film nears its release date.
In early June, Legatus editor Patrick Novecosky had the chance to visit the set of MOMS' NIGHT OUT, an upcoming film starring Patricia Heaton, Trace Adkins, Sean Astin and Sarah Drew. Novecosky says, "It was a thrill to hang out with the cast and crew, and fellow journalists... and Patricia Heaton called me out of the group of reporters like I was one of her own kids. But that's a story for another day." He wrote about the new film for the National Catholic Register. Watch for future blog post as the film nears its release date.
Legatus editor Patrick Novecosky visited the set of a new faith-themed film . . . In early June, Legatus editor Patrick Novecosky had the chance to visit the set of MOMS’ NIGHT OUT, an upcoming film starring Patricia Heaton, Trace Adkins, Sean Astin and Sarah Drew. Novecosky says, “It was a thrill to hang out with the cast and crew, and fellow journalists… and Patricia Heaton called me out of the group of reporters like I was one of her own kids. But that’s a story for another day.” He wrote about the new film for the National Catholic Register. Watch for future blog post as the film nears its release date.
Legatus welcomed Stephen Henley on Aug. 1 as the new director of its Central Region. A graduate of Ave Maria University, Henley succeeds the retiring Brian Von Gruben.
A popular Catholic broadcaster and author, Kresta pulls back the curtain on the challenges the Church faces today. Subtitled Recognizing Catholicism’s 21st Century Opponents, he examines the cultural storm brewing in society and its treatment, views and activities toward the Catholic faith.
Lorenzo Ruiz was a Filipino, fluent in Spanish, who worked as a translator of government documents. His work enabled him to provide for his wife and children. However, he had a well-known feud with a Spanish colonist who inconveniently turned up murdered. Authorities issued an arrest warrant, but Lorenzo doubted the Spaniards’ ability to give him due process, so he hitched what he thought was a ship bound for China.
If you’ve been following the news at all lately, you probably noticed that in our sophisticated, highly evolved and cultured world, the entire human race is at peace. Harmony among races and between nations allows mankind to live a truly sublime and carefree existence.
After retiring last year as executive director of New Orleans’ archdiocesan Department of Christian Formation, Fr. Neal McDermott, 80, humorously referenced his ancestry: “Irishmen cry at the opening of a Kmart, so if I shed a tear it’s because I’m Irish,” he told colleagues at his going-away party. Fifty-two years a priest and in love with his vocation, Fr. McDermott did not truly retire. He now serves as president of Legate Joseph C. Canizaro’s Donum Dei Foundation, which makes grants to support Catholic education.
A member of Legatus’ Milwaukee Chapter, Stanley contends that the best kind of generosity is done with others, not for others. People of means are growing weary of fundraising run by charity leaders who’ve adopted the tactics of professional salespeople. They’re looking for ways to make change that’s important to them, rather than just responding to an endless stream of appeals and campaigns.
Archbishop Gómez has written a personal, passionate and practical contribution to the immigration debate, calling for a recovery of America’s highest ideals. Subtitled Renewing the Soul of Our Nation, he writes that immigration is a human rights test of our generation and a defining historical moment for America.
Catholic education recognizes that knowledge is at the service of man and must be directed toward the common good and the salvation of all. Such education requires training in the virtues and is rooted in the commandments of God.
Throughout our lives, we make plans — for our own life and the lives of our loved ones. But few of us think about the end of our lives — how we can ensure our dignity or the dignity of a loved one.
It may be that Margaret Thatcher’s quip “if you want something said, ask a man. If you want something done, ask a woman” is true. However, some women in politics excel at getting the wrong things done.