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Wyoming Catholic College opens hearts to God, president says
As a new academic year begins, Wyoming Catholic College’s new president believes that his school offers students an education meant... Read more
Development goals must respect life and family, UN told
A return to the “basics” of human rights would help achieve the U.N.'s Millennial Development Goals in a way that... Read more
Faith shines light on truth and reason, archbishop says
At a recent talk on Pope Francis' encyclical “Lumen Fidei,” Archbishop William E. Lori of Baltimore emphasized that faith is... Read more
Letters, prayer vigils to mark one year in jail for pastor in Iran
Supporters of human rights and religious freedom around the globe are joining in prayer and a letter-writing campaign on the... Read more
Scholars say love for the poor illuminates Pope's first six months
In his first six months as Roman Pontiff, Pope Francis has shown his distinct style through a “prophetic” concern for... Read more
Cardinal Dolan reaffirms bishops' opposition to HHS mandate
As scores of lawsuits against the federal contraception mandate continue to move through the courts, the head of the U.S.... Read more
Two architecture firms chosen to transform Crystal Cathedral
Bishop Kevin W. Vann of Orange, Calif., announced the selection of two firms to collaborate in renovating the “Crystal Cathedral”... Read more
Religious liberty threats pose 'real danger' in Indonesia, Burma
The persecution of religious minorities in both Indonesia and Burma pose dangers not only to the two countries, but to... Read more
Love conquers violence, cardinal says after Navy Yard shooting
Cardinal Donald W. Wuerl, Archbishop of Washington, prayed for the victims of the Washington Navy Yard shooting, saying victims and... Read more
Seminar at UN to push for pro-life, pro-family development efforts
A U.S. religious liberty group and a Mexican development organization are holding a seminar at the United Nations to advocate... Read more
Flood teaches stranded kids lessons in faith
Two buses driving up to St. Vincent de Paul School in Denver late Friday, Sept. 13 were cheered by weary... Read more
Bishop Cirilo Flores succeeds as head of San Diego diocese
Bishop Cirilo B. Flores was appointed Bishop of San Diego today, Sept. 18, succeeding Bishop Robert H. Brom, whose resignation,... Read more
Despite remaining challenges, DC Catholic schools improved
A new report on Catholic education in the Washington archdiocese shows significant gains, particularly in funding, in recent years, though... Read more
Catholic Charities prepares aid for Colo. flood victims
Catholic relief agencies in Colorado are assembling to provide long-term assistance for victims of the massive floods that have struck... Read more
Bishops praise CRS for Catholic identity training, screening
Following criticism of Catholic Relief Services, the U.S. bishops have reaffirmed their support for the agency, applauding its “very strong... Read more
Leaders call for prayer in response to deadly DC shooting
U.S. leaders are offering prayers for the nation following a shooting at the Navy Yard in southeast Washington, D.C., that... Read more
Catholic bishops urge US to oppose massive food aid cuts
Catholic bishops have asked the U.S. House of Representatives to reject $40 billion in proposed cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition... Read more
Panel explores link between sex-selection, abuse of women
A recent hearing before members of the U.S. House of Representatives examined the gender imbalance in India and its connection... Read more
Denver archbishop offers prayers, support to flood victims
As deadly flash flooding devastates the Colorado Front Range, Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila of Denver has asked for prayers for... Read more
Cardinal Wuerl: renewal is at heart of New Evangelization
Catholics today are being called to renew their own faith in order to share the Gospel with the modern world,... Read more
