Archive for May 12, 2020

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‘We've never known anything like this' - Helping people mourn during coronavirus

The coronavirus pandemic has upended social life, politics and the economy. It may also transform the nature of grieving, an... Read more

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By Hannah Brockhaus

Pope Francis: God’s peace gives hope, not ‘anesthesia’ against hard times

The world offers peace like it is something to possess within ourselves; instead, God’s peace is a gift which opens... Read more

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Pope Francis says pandemic shows need for more nurses

The coronavirus crisis has shown that governments need to invest more in health care and employ more nurses, Pope Francis... Read more

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By Courtney Mares

Pope Francis appoints Duluth priest as next Bishop of Rapid City

Pope Francis has appointed Fr. Peter Muhich to be the next Bishop of Rapid City, South Dakota.  Read more

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Pope Francis praises late cardinal’s ‘gentleness of spirit’

Pope Francis has paid tribute to the Italian Cardinal Renato Corti, who died May 12 aged 84.  Read more

Pope Francis prays before the tombs of his predecessors in the grotto of St. Peter's Basilica, Nov. 2, 2015. ?w=200&h=150

By Hannah Brockhaus

Pope Francis to offer Mass at tomb of John Paul II on saint’s 100th birthday

On the 100th anniversary of the birth of Pope St. John Paul II on May 18, Pope Francis will offer... Read more

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By Courtney Mares

Vatican backs worldwide interfaith day of prayer and fasting

On May 14, people of all religious affiliations are called to participate in a day of prayer, fasting, and acts... Read more

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By Matt Hadro

Virginia parishes near DC face delays in reopening

As Virginia’s governor halted the reopening of several northern counties on Tuesday, the Diocese of Arlington said that Bishop Michael... Read more

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Saginaw diocesan employee alleges retaliation after reporting abuse

An employee of the Diocese of Saginaw, Michigan is suing the diocese, alleging that his fellow employees retaliated against him... Read more

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Cuomo orders expanded window for NY sex abuse lawsuits, citing coronavirus

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo has issued an executive order to extend for five months the legal window for victims... Read more

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By Matt Hadro

How USAID case at Supreme Court could impact pro-life policies

A largely-overlooked Supreme Court case under consideration could actually pose a threat to international pro-life policies, one pro-life group warns.   Read more

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Bishops lament UK plan to keep churches closed until July

The bishops of England and Wales have expressed disappointment after the government said that churches should remain closed until at... Read more

Smithfield Foods pork plant in South Dakota was closed for weeks in the wake of its coronavirus outbreak. ?w=200&h=150

By Perry West

In South Dakota, cash grants aim for solidarity amid the pandemic

A Catholic foundation in South Dakota aims to serve the poor amid the pandemic  Read more

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Vatican prefect thanks Spanish priests for dedication during pandemic

Cardinal Beniamino Stella, prefect of the Vatican Congregation for the Clergy, sent a letter to all Catholic priests in Spain,... Read more