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Bishop Wuerl says intelligent design has rightful place among modern ‘origin of man’ theories

Sep 19, 2005

Adding his voice to the still sticky evolution / intelligent design conversation, Pittsburgh Bishop Donald Wuerl, argued in a recent... Read more

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Wisconsin parish plays vital role for new immigrants

Sep 19, 2005

The Catholic community of Wautoma in central Wisconsin, is further evidence that dioceses across the country, including rural areas, are... Read more

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Tucson bishop, claimants’ lawyers praise judge in settlement talks

Sep 19, 2005

Bishop Gerald Kicanas of Tucson and lawyers involved in settlement talks regarding sexual-abuse claims have praised the judge who is... Read more

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October dedicated to prayer, adoration for those affected by Katrina

Sep 19, 2005

Catholics in the Diocese of Jackson have been called to dedicate the month of October to prayer and eucharistic adoration... Read more

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Missouri judge blocks new anti-abortion laws

Sep 18, 2005

On Friday, a federal judge in Missouri blocked two new abortion laws which would have regulated the state’s abortion clinics... Read more

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US parishes welcome more cultural groups, conference urges more inclusion

Sep 18, 2005

Multicultural parishes are becoming increasingly common across America, and they are no longer just an urban phenomenon. Parishes in rural... Read more

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Symposium to consider future staffing of parishes

Sep 18, 2005

Diocesan and parish leaders will reflect on the future staffing of parishes at a national symposium this week. "Enhancing The... Read more

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Places of worship keep National Day of Prayer for Katrina victims

Sep 18, 2005

Americans across the country joined Friday in a National Day of Prayer and Remembrance for victims of Hurricane Katrina. President... Read more

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Bishop hopeful appeal will make partial-birth abortions illegal

Sep 18, 2005

Bishop Walter Hurley is hopeful appeals to higher courts will reinstate the Michigan Legal Birth Definition Act.  Read more

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Knights of Columbus vow to appeal Pledge of Allegiance ruling

Sep 15, 2005

The national office of the Knights of Columbus has announced that the group plans to immediately appeal a decision, given... Read more

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Nationally recognized Denver Biblical school hits record enrollment

Sep 15, 2005

A unique program in the Archdiocese of Denver commenced a new year of classes this week in an effort to... Read more

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Michigan Catholic Conference urges appeal of partial-birth abortion ruling

Sep 15, 2005

A court decision that Michigan’s partial-birth abortion ban is unconstitutional is “a setback for women, for unborn children and the... Read more

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Christ Child Society meets needs of children, single moms

Sep 15, 2005

Being a single woman in need and pregnant can be scary, but for more than 100 years the Christ Child... Read more

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Bishop asks faithful for help in solving problems due to priest shortage

Sep 15, 2005

Bishop John Kinney of St. Cloud, Minnesota, has invited the faithful of his diocese to participate in finding creative solutions... Read more

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Catholic schools are places of evangelization, should develop a strong Catholic identity, Catholic leaders affirm in conference

Sep 14, 2005

On Wednesday, Catholic school leaders and educators from around the nation met in Washington DC for a conference exploring the... Read more

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New Orleans bishop launches appeal

Sep 14, 2005

The archbishop of New Orleans renewed his request for prayers and support for archdiocesan efforts to help those displaced by... Read more

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Court rules pledge of allegiance unconstitutional

Sep 14, 2005

A federal court judge ruled Wednesday that the words “under God” render the pledge of allegiance unconstitutional. Read more

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‘Miracle baby’ Torres dies

Sep 14, 2005

Tragedy once again struck the battered Torres family as Susan Anne Catherine Torres, born prematurely following a three month struggle... Read more

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Homosexual men should not be accepted into seminaries, bishop says

Sep 13, 2005

The Vatican’s Congregation for Catholic Education is reportedly drawing up guidelines about accepting candidates to the priesthood, and the document... Read more

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Priests volunteer to help with pastoral needs after Katrina

Sep 13, 2005

Priests from across the United States are volunteering to provide pastoral assistance to the people in the areas struck by... Read more