Archive for February 23, 2019

Detroit Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament. ?w=200&h=150

After AG report, Michigan dioceses clarify cooperation in reporting abuse

Catholic dioceses in the state of Michigan are reaffirming their commitment to reporting sex abuse, while asking for clarifications about... Read more

A Venezuelan woman receives a government food package Feb. 22, 2019. ?w=200&h=150

Venezuelan bishops call for humanitarian aid to be distributed

The Venezuelan Bishops’ Conference is calling on Nicolas Maduro’s government to allow humanitarian aid to enter the country and be... Read more

Sara Oviedo speaks at a rally for abuse victims in Rome's Piazza del Popolo Feb. 23, 2019. ?w=200&h=150

By Hannah Brockhaus

Pennsylvania lawmaker speaks at abuse victim rally in Rome

Pennsylvania State Rep. Mark Rozzi spoke during a rally held by victim advocacy groups in Rome’s city center Saturday, saying... Read more

Cardinal Reinhard Marx speaks at a Vatican press conference Feb. 23, 2019. ?w=200&h=150

By Courtney Mares

Cardinal Marx: Transparency is decisive in the credibility of the Church

Cardinal Reinhard Marx said Saturday that administration and transparency will be key to rebuilding the trustworthiness and credibility of the... Read more

Pope Francis takes part in a penitential liturgy during a Vatican summit on sex abuse Feb. 23, 2019. ?w=200&h=150

By Hannah Brockhaus

'What have I failed to do?' - Pope leads bishops in abuse crisis examination of conscience

Pope Francis Saturday led the presidents of the world’s bishops’ conferences in a penitential liturgy and examination of conscience on... Read more