Monthly Archives: September 2011

Padre Pio – Inspiration in the modern age

Posted on September 24, 2011 by John Clem

                    Today, September 23rd, is the feast day to honor Saint Padre Pio.  Born, Francesco Forgione,  in 1887 in a small Italian village to a poor and devout Catholic family.  He … Continue reading →

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The Museum of Virginia Catholic History

Posted on September 23, 2011 by John Clem

The Museum of Virginia Catholic History is located in the Crypt, Baptistry, and aisle display cases of The Cathedral of the Sacred Heart in Richmond, Virginia.  The museum was started in May of 2003 by Bishop Walter Sullivan who saw … Continue reading →

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Cathedral of the Sacred Heart

Posted on September 22, 2011 by John Clem

I recently attended Mass and the Open House this past weekend at The Cathedral of the Sacred Heart in Richmond, Virginia.  It may be the most beautiful church in The Old Dominion, and serves as the seat for the Bishop … Continue reading →

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Remembering & Honoring 9/11

Posted on September 10, 2011 by John Clem

              As I look back at the day we remember ten years ago, a day that has changed the world.  I was in Charlottesville, Virginia and working to support adults with intellectual disabilities at … Continue reading →

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America’s First Mass

Posted on September 4, 2011 by John Clem

  I made a trip to St. Augustine, Florida last year and was privileged to visit a very Holy Site to Americans–The site of the First Mass and First Shrine to Mother Mary.  A Great Cross rising 208 feet in … Continue reading →

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