Archive for May 1, 2019

Pope Francis in St. Peter's Square March 14, 2018. ?w=200&h=150

By Hannah Brockhaus

Satan is real, Pope Francis says

Pope Francis Wednesday reminded those who think belief in the devil is antiquated or outdated that Satan really exists and... Read more

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By JD Flynn

Analysis: With bishops in a tight spot, will priests get squeezed?

As bishops address the clerical sexual abuse crisis, will they ensure the canonical rights of priests?  Read more

Bishop Patrick McGrath at the Vatican in 2012. ?w=200&h=150

By Hannah Brockhaus

Vatican accepts resignation of Bishop McGrath of San Jose

Pope Francis Wednesday accepted the resignation of Bishop Patrick J. McGrath of San Jose, California, who will be automatically succeeded... Read more

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Chilean bishops, prosecutors to cooperate in abuse investigations

The Chilean bishops' conference signed a collaboration agreement with public prosecutors Tuesday to streamline the investigation of clerical sexual abuse.  Read more

Pope Francis greets the pilgrims during his weekly general audience in St Peter's square. ?w=200&h=150

Theologians accuse pope of heresy

A group of nineteen Catholics, including some prominent academics, have published an open letter to the bishops of the world... Read more

Anti-government protesters take part in a march in Caracas May 1, 2019 after clashes spurred by Juan Guaido's call on the military to rise up against Maduro. ?w=200&h=150

Retired archbishop calls for release of protesters amid Venezuela crisis

The Archbishop Emeritus of Maracaibo demanded Wednesday the prompt release of peaceful demonstrators who were arrested the day prior during... Read more

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St. Joseph Catholic Church in Phoenix destroyed by fire, cause unknown

An extensive fire destroyed St. Joseph Catholic Church in north Phoenix during the early morning hours of May 1. The... Read more

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Oklahoma Supreme Court rules against abortion pill law

The Oklahoma Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down a state law restricting the way in which the abortion pill is... Read more

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By Christine Rousselle

Archbishop Gregory promises transparency during state investigation

The bishops of the state of Georgia have vowed to be open and transparent as the attorney general conducts an... Read more

Daniel Ortega celebrates his re-inauguration as president of Nicaragua, Jan. 10, 2012. ?w=200&h=150

Nicaraguan bishops lament continued suffering under Ortega

The Nicaraguan bishops lamented Wednesday that “the Nicaraguan family continues to suffer,” and called for no more “repressive actions and... Read more