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Diocesan ministries providing much-needed lifelines
The poverty rate is deepening in Rhode Island and in response the Diocese of Providence is opening its arms even... Read more
Panelists point to Pope as model for Catholics, entire world
Pope Francis’ message of service and encounter is a model for the faithful and for society at large, said panelists... Read more
Recent Popes complement each other, Cardinal Dolan notes
Each of the last three Popes has had a different but complementary emphasis, highlighting different aspects of the faithful and... Read more
Beauty necessary to restore culture, says Bishop Conley
Beauty must play a central role in our efforts for evangelization and cultural renewal, because it is a gift from... Read more
Vatican diplomat renews call for nuclear disarmament
A top Vatican diplomat has reaffirmed the Holy See’s support for nuclear disarmament, warning that dedication to continued research into... Read more
Pope's humility, empathy draw praise from President Obama
U.S. President Barack Obama said that he admires Pope Francis for his spiritual leadership, and in particular for his love,... Read more
John Paul II shrine prepares for canonization with joy
Upon hearing the official date for John Paul II’s canonization, the Washington, D.C., shrine dedicated to the former Pope is... Read more
Ave Maria University reduces tuition to ease burden on families
Citing a desire to ease financial pressures on parents and students, Ave Maria University in Naples, Fla., has announced that... Read more
Archbishop Chaput lauds Pope's display of God's tenderness
Pope Francis’ papacy has been marked by a distinct emphasis on the poor and a unique ability to convey God’s... Read more
Chinese pro-life activist awarded human rights fellowships
Chinese pro-life activist Chen Guangcheng has announced a new three-year partnership with the Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C.,... Read more
New book collects memories of Pope Francis from Argentina
A new book on the Holy Father gathers insights and recollections from 20 people across Argentina who knew Pope Francis... Read more
Bishops urge humility, care in resolving government shutdown
Reacting to the federal government shutdown, the U.S. bishops cited Pope Francis’ advice to leaders that they cannot govern well... Read more
Knights of Columbus aid ongoing response to Newtown shooting
St. Rose of Lima Catholic Parish of Newtown, Conn., received a $100,000 gift from the Knights of Columbus to support... Read more
Taxpayer-funded abortions part of health care law, report says
Federal taxpayer funds could subsidize tens of thousands of abortions each year through the health care legislation that is continuing... Read more
Catholics continue to have lowest divorce rates, report finds
Recent studies on marriage show that while their rates of divorce are significant, U.S. Catholics are less likely to divorce... Read more
Poverty challenge asks Americans to live on four liters of water a day
A project encouraging Americans to live for a few days on the bare minimum of water will help them understand... Read more
Cardinal calls faithful to share pro-life message of mercy
Citing the words of Pope Francis, the leader of the U.S. bishops’ pro-life committee called the faithful to open their... Read more
New Jersey to appeal ruling on 'gay marriage' recognition
Political leaders in New Jersey have vowed to appeal a judge’s ruling that “gay marriage” must be recognized in the... Read more
Prayer vigils recognize American pastor imprisoned in Iran
Human rights advocates gathered in front of the White House last week to pray and raise awareness for Christian pastor... Read more
US bishops join call to end American embargo of Cuba
In solidarity with a recent pastoral letter by the Cuban bishops, Des Moines Bishop Richard E. Pates has voiced support... Read more
