One Voice

The One Voice is the official magazine of the Catholic Diocese of Birmingham in Alabama.

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My sisters and brothers, in every age of the Church, certain figures emerge whose witness seems to transcend time, culture, and even creed. St. Francis of Assisi is one of those rare souls.

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As we celebrate the feast of Sts. Peter and Paul on June 29, pay a “visit” to the city of their martyrdom with a classic Roman pasta dish

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A champion of the universal call to holiness, a Spanish priest born in 1902 spent his life helping the faithful pursue sanctity no matter their state in life – a mission that lives on today

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For nearly 125 years, the Benedictine Sisters of Cullman have served within the Diocese of Birmingham. From these fundamental commitments, Benedictine communities across centuries have sought to see the face of Christ in those whom they serve

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Missionary Cooperative Plan (MCP) Appeal weekend, June 20-21, is such a special time for the faithful. Through support of MCP, the faithful become part of a legacy that transforms lives and builds faith communities one person at a time

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This year marks five years since the Diocese of Birmingham formally established Hispanic Young Adult Ministry within the Office of Hispanic Ministry. What began as a pastoral response to a growing need has become an essential bridge between cultures

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Marriage is described as “an image of Christ’s love for His Church.” While this is profound, one newlywed, Mary-Margaret Blackwood Mascari, sums the sacrament succinctly: “Marriage is to will the good of the other. It’s to help each other get to Heaven”

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Everybody loves a good story. In this book, I don’t spend many words trying to teach the reader things, but rather share true, poignant, occasionally funny but real stories of how these virtues, lessons and rules were formed in me by my parents

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Here it is! Here is the reason Jesus came down from Heaven and was born into our world: It is what we call the “Incarnation,” the embodiment of God in the human form of Jesus. It was solely for our salvation

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The challenge is discerning whether you are thoughtfully aligning a person’s gifts with organizational needs – or unintentionally reshaping a role around a specific individual that might not serve the mission

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The last time the Diocese ordained more than 2 men to the diocesan priesthood in the same year was close to 2 decades ago. On May 30, however, the diocese will rejoice as Bishop Raica confers the sacrament of Holy Orders by laying his hands on 3 men

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Whether you’re newlyweds settling into your first home or a growing family searching for more space, a move shakes up your social, professional, family and spiritual life. But it can also be an opportunity for spiritual growth through partnership

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“May the Lord grant me the grace to respond faithfully to His call.” These words, spoken by Pope Leo XIV two days after the Mass inaugurating his ministry as the 266th successor of St. Peter, are at the very heart of this issue of the One Voice.

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In May, three men will be ordained to the priesthood. What a blessing from God! I can only express my gratitude for His abiding care for us. Allow me to share some of my thoughts about this theme of “vocation” or “call to a religious or holy life.”

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In honor of St. Christopher Magallanes and his fellow companions, we offer this Charro Beans recipe. Named after the charros (Mexican cowboys) who would cook these beans over an open campfire, may this tasty side dish spice up your next celebration

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The apostolate’s mission is to support children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities by providing access to liturgy, sacramental preparation, and religious education.

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I recently became Catholic and keep hearing about all of the stuff you have that is “blessed.” Someone even gave me a holy card they said had been blessed. I like the idea, I just don’t know what it means for something to be blessed

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I believe the small seeds of my vocation to the priesthood were planted at my baptism at St. Patrick’s Church in Galveston, TX. They were nurtured by the nuns at St. Peter’s School in Laredo, Texas, then, after three years, again at St. Patrick’s School.

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There are so many pieces to raising a disciple, and as parents we must be concerned with both physical and spiritual needs as we help our kids form holy life habits. This month our focus is on helping our children form a strong conscience.

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A historical sketch of Sacred Heart Parish in Anniston begins along with the development of the Catholic community in North Alabama, in the late 1880s.

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