Each year, Christians around the world gather to mark the beginning of Lent with bowed heads, receiving ashes traced in the shape of a cross on their foreheads. An outward sign of repentance and humility, the distribution of ashes on Ash Wednesday remains one of the most widely observed traditions of Catholics and Christians today.
Picture this: a yellow school bus comes to a stop in a residential neighborhood dotted with cheery green trees. Dozens of children happily climb aboard and eagerly await their new day of learning. The bus rolls about a mile down the road, and ... Read More
Throughout Jesus' life, he was constantly seeking ways to minister to the poor and marginalized. This was the heart of his ministry: to lift up the lowly. As Divine Word Missionaries, we seek to emulate Christ by ministering to the ... Read More
Many countries around the globe are facing a crisis in education. Children are missing out on the opportunity to attend school and develop important skills needed to live a prosperous life. Poor resources, regional conflicts, and ... Read More
