Archive for August 21, 2018

Pope Francis arrives in St. Peter's Square for the general audience Sept. 21, 2016. ?w=200&h=150

By Hannah Brockhaus

Pope likely to meet with abuse victims in Dublin

Pope Francis is likely to meet with victims of clerical sexual abuse later this week, a papal spokesman announced on... Read more

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By Christine Rousselle

Irish bishops and abuse survivors respond to pope’s letter

Several Irish bishops, as well as victims of clerical sexual abuse in the country, have offered responses to a letter... Read more

Pope Francis at the General Audience in St. Peter's Square, May 2, 2018. ?w=200&h=150

By Hannah Brockhaus

Francis hopes Ireland visit will bring unity, reconciliation

Pope Francis said in a video message to the Irish people Tuesday he hopes his visit will bring about unity... Read more

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Cardinal O’Malley apologizes for missed letter on McCarrick allegations

Cardinal Sean O’Malley of Boston has issued an apology for not seeing a 2015 letter to his office, which detailed... Read more

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By Hannah Brockhaus

Safeguarding commission member: bishops' role in crisis must be acknowledged

A member of Pope Francis’ commission for the protection of minors said Tuesday that the role bishops and superiors have... Read more

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'Natural cycles' fertility app gets FDA approval to prevent pregnancy

The FDA has approved a fertility-tracking app that boasts a lower unintended pregnancy rate than the pill, without the side... Read more

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Journalist-turned-missionary finds happiness in evangelization

Belén Manrique had a promising career in journalism, surrounded by good friends and family. But at age 30, she left... Read more

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Cardinal Wuerl's name vandalized on Catholic high school sign

A Catholic high school named after Cardinal Donald Wuerl was vandalized Monday, following continued criticism of the cardinal’s handling of... Read more

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Irish bishop: Church must be unafraid to engage difficult questions

Faced with daunting cultural challenges, the Church must engage in difficult discussions rather than seeking quick answers, said Bishop Donal... Read more

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After religious liberty win, judge orders payment to Catholic Benefits Association

A federal judge has ordered that $718,000 in compensation be paid to the Catholic Benefits Association after its successful religious... Read more

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Seminarian: Despite devastation, faith has grown in Venezuela  

When Juan Pablo Hernandez returns to his home in the Archdiocese of Maracaibo, Venezuela next year, he will face a... Read more

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Knights of Columbus announce St John Vianney relic tour

The Supreme Knight of the Knights of Columbus announced Tuesday that the fraternal organization will sponsor a US tour of... Read more