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By Junno Arocho Esteves Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY (CNS) — The Vatican released Pope Francis’ liturgical schedule for March and April, including Holy Week and Easter. The pope’s schedule includes a penitential celebration and a consistory for several causes of canonization.

By Carol Glatz Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY (CNS) — By reflecting on the Passion of Christ, the author of the Way of the Cross meditations for Pope Francis’ Good Friday service said he will focus on the suffering unfolding in the world today and how “the martyrs of the 21st century are undoubtedly the apostles of today.” Cardinal Gualtiero Bassetti of Perugia-Citta della Pieve told Vatican Radio that his reflections on the traditional 14 stations will blend in “references to the present day, which unfortunately is not lacking in crosses” people are forced to bear.

WASHINGTON — Más de doce obispos en representación de la Iglesia Católica en Canadá, América Latina y los Estados Unidos concluyeron el 25 de febrero, tres días de oración y diálogo con motivo del 38º Encuentro de los Obispos de la Iglesia de América.

WASHINGTON — Fourteen bishops representing the Catholic Church in Canada, Latin America and the United States concluded three days of prayer and dialogue at the 38th Meeting of the Bishops of the Church in America, Feb. 25.

More than 500 youth from 26 parishes across the Diocese of Beaumont participated in Youth 2000 Feb. 19-21. The retreat was held at St. Anne in Beaumont and hosted by Franciscan friars. The youth participated in the celebration of Mass, prayer, small groups and talks with a main focus Saturday night with adoration.

By Cindy Wooden Catholic News Service ABOARD THE PAPAL FLIGHT FROM MEXICO (CNS) — With physicians across Central and South American urging women to postpone pregnancy because of the Zika virus that causes birth defects, Pope Francis said using contraceptives could be a “lesser evil.” Holding a news conference Feb. 17 on his way back to Rome after a six-day visit to Cuba and Mexico, the pope was asked if the use of artificial contraceptives or abortion could be considered “a lesser evil” when the baby had a high risk of birth defects.

More than 60 parishioners from across Southeast Texas gathered at St. Therese, the Little Flower of Jesus, in Port Arthur for the Southern Vicariate Pizza and Pointers. The Stewardship and Communications ministry used this as an opportunity to share ways of stewarding the time, talent and treasure from the attendees.

About 300 Southeast Texans are being fully welcomed into the Church this year, about 100 more than last year. The Rite of Election brought catechumens and candidates to St. Anthony Cathedral Basilica on Feb. 14.

By Junno Arocho Esteves Catholic News Service MEXICO CITY (CNS) — With anticipation growing in the streets of Mexico City for Pope Francis’ visit, a group of local pilgrims found time to thank their “mother” and prayed that it would give their country a spiritual awakening.

Elementary students from each of the Catholic schools in the Diocese of Beaumont gathered for the annual Diocesan Science Fair at Msgr. Kelly Catholic High School Feb. 11. More than 60 seventh and eighth grade students entered projects into the contest.

Boy and Girl Scouts of all ages gathered Sunday at St. Anthony Cathedral Basilica’s noon Mass for Scout Sunday, Feb. 7. Bishop Curtis Guillory, SVD, compared Scouts working together to the relationship one would have with Jesus — as a partnership.

Msgr. Kelly Catholic High School graduate of ‘97 Anthony LeBlanc made a big name for himself working as an associate director and performer for The Second City, a comedy theatre and school of improvisation in Chicago.

Students from every Catholic school in the Diocese of Beaumont gathered at St. Anthony Cathedral Basilica Feb. 3 to celebrate Catholic Schools Week at the annual Rainbow Mass. Bishop Curtis Guillory, S.V.D., gave his homily on the parable of the prodigal son mentioned in the Gospel.

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