Archive for July 3, 2014

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Pope Francis banner in downtown Denver aims to inspire

A 10-foot tall banner depicting Pope Francis embracing a young child was hung July 1 on the exterior of the... Read more

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By Matt Hadro

Surge of 'desperate' migrant children leaves needs unmet

As a wave of unaccompanied children adds to the already large numbers of immigrants entering the United States, humanitarian groups... Read more

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By Elise Harris

Catholic aid organizations scramble to meet Iraqi needs

In a tumultuous Iraq facing an increasingly uncertain future, Catholic charity organizations are rallying to meet the immediate needs of... Read more

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By Elise Harris

Pope Francis names new bishop to Fall River diocese

It was announced by the Vatican earlier today that Pope Francis has tapped Bishop Edgar Moreira da Cunha, S.D.V., auxiliary... Read more

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By Elise Harris

Official logo, prayer for WYD Krakow 2016 announced

In a press conference held earlier today in Krakow, Poland, Cardinal Stanislaw Dziwisz presented the official logo and prayer for... Read more

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Video showing marriage of young man with cancer goes viral

Millions of viewers around the world have watched a YouTube video showing the determination of a young man in the... Read more

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By Adelaide Mena

Call for religious exemption from ENDA draws diverse support

A diverse group of religious leaders – including some who worked on President Obama’s re-election campaign – are asking for... Read more

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Kansas City diocese questions legality, accuracy of abuse penalty

Attorneys for the Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph have questioned the legality of a $1 million abuse penalty against the... Read more