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Bishop: Christ's love conquers sorrow of Sandy Hook
One year after the murder of 20 school children and six adults at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Conn.,... Read more
Archbishop offers prayers in wake of Colo. high school shooting
The archbishop of Denver has voiced deep sadness and promised prayers for the victims of a shooting at a Colorado... Read more
Church teaching on immigration is a 'humane position'
The Church’s welcoming stance on immigration is rooted in the person-centered recognition of human dignity, said one of the leading... Read more
Pa. sexual orientation bill could 'coerce' Catholic institutions
Legislation introduced in Pennsylvania to prevent discrimination could end up prohibiting Catholic schools from requiring teachers to abide by Catholic... Read more
Congressman highlights ongoing Philippines recovery efforts
Despite facing a long path to recovery after the devastation of Typhoon Haiyan, the people of the Philippines have not... Read more
Catholics joyful at Pope's 'Person of the Year' recognition
Catholics from around the U.S. have welcomed Pope Francis' selection as Time Magazine's 2013 “Person of the Year,” the third... Read more
Pope Francis proclaimed TIME's 2013 'Person of the Year'
On this morning's episode of “Today Show” Time Magazine announced their choice of Pope Francis for the 2013 “Person of... Read more
Funding for adult stem cell research increasing, report finds
A recent report has found that research on ethically-sourced adult stem cells is rising in popularity, leaving advocates pointing to... Read more
Study shows importance of online giving options for young Catholics
New research reveals that younger Catholics are more likely to give to charitable causes through online donation options and that... Read more
Atheist film critic says 'Philomena' movie is an attack on Catholics
An atheist movie reviewer has criticized the new film “Philomena” as “another hateful and boring attack on Catholics,” saying that... Read more
Columnist: Pope's words rooted in Christ, not Marx
Columnist Kathleen Parker has said free market-supporting conservatives are wrong to attack Pope Francis as a Marxist, saying his comments... Read more
Archbishop Kurtz calls ACLU lawsuit 'baseless'
A lawsuit against the U.S. bishops for teaching Catholic hospitals not to perform direct abortions is “misguided” and unfounded, says... Read more
Posthumous Paul Walker movie lauded for pro-life message
One of late actor Paul Walker’s final movies – a thriller set to debut next week – is drawing praise... Read more
US bishops' head supports Vatican anti-abuse commission
Archbishop Joseph E. Kurtz, president of the U.S. bishops’ conference, has welcomed Pope Francis’ new commission to fight the sexual... Read more
Catholic leaders recall Mandela's complicated legacy
Church leaders in the United States offered prayers for the late Nelson Mandela, remembering both his courageous anti-apartheid leadership and... Read more
DC health plans accused of illegally funding abortion
The Obama administration is being accused of violating federal law by directing members of Congress and congressional staff to over... Read more
Jesuit theologian remembered for scholarship, joyfulness
Catholic theologian and professor Father Edward T. Oakes, S.J. died in St. Louis Dec. 6, prompting his colleagues to remember... Read more
Over 10,000 youth to send birthday card to Pope Francis
More than 10,000 young people have signed a giant birthday card for Pope Francis, offering their prayers and well-wishes for... Read more
Amid persecution, Christianity growing in 'Global South'
Researchers say the Christian population is growing in regions that experience anti-Christian persecution, though this threatens their ability to contribute... Read more
Group aims to ease US water poverty with Advent campaign
A human rights organization is teaming up with a Catholic mission this Advent to help offer free, clean water to... Read more
