Archive for June 4, 2020

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How one Catholic priest responded to the ’92 LA riots

In the spring of 1992, then-Father David O’Connell was comfortable in parish life in south LA. The Irish-born priest had... Read more

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Pope Francis called El Paso bishop after prayerful demonstration

Pope Francis on Wednesday called Bishop Mark Seitz of the Diocese of El Paso, Texas, after the bishop joined a... Read more

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By Matt Hadro

Brooklyn Catholic Bishop DiMarzio denies ‘libelous’ accusations of abuse

Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio of Brooklyn has denied a second allegation of sexual abuse, and said he is considering taking legal... Read more

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In Hong Kong, thousands defy police to mark Tiananmen Square

Thousands of protesters in Hong Kong held public vigils for the anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre on Thursday, despite... Read more

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By Christine Rousselle

Madison Bishop Hying says he will 'stand on principle' in reopening lawsuit

The Bishop of Madison says a lawsuit against Dane County and the city of Madison may be needed to ensure... Read more

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By Christine Rousselle

Maryland county's new rules lift Communion ban that affected Catholic churches

Howard County, Maryland, has issued new guidelines for the reopening of houses of worship, bringing its regulations in line with... Read more

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New Orleans Catholic archdiocese, universities sued over alleged Hurricane Katrina aid fraud

A federal lawsuit alleges that the Archdiocese of New Orleans, as well as two historically black New Orleans universities, improperly... Read more

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NYC Mayor de Blasio: Protests essential, but not religion

New York City mayor Bill de Blasio said Tuesday that ongoing protests in the city merit exceptions to coronavirus regulations,... Read more

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US bishops ask Supreme Court to protect Catholic foster agency in Philadelphia

In a brief filed with the Supreme Court, the U.S. bishops argued that a Catholic agency should not be banned... Read more

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Catholic fraternal groups call for prayer and justice amid George Floyd protests

The Knights of Columbus have announced a forthcoming novena for an end to racism, as Catholic fraternal organizations urge prayer... Read more