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Catholic Health Association denies endorsement of health care bill
In a statement released last Friday, the Catholic Health Association (CHA) clarified that it has not thrown its institutional support... Read more
Pope accepts resignations of both bishops from Diocese of Scranton
At a press conference in Scranton this morning, Bishop Joseph Martino announced that he and auxiliary bishop John Dougherty are... Read more
‘Condom Olympics’ producer says abstinence not ‘right message’ for trafficked or drugged women
Critics of a "Condom Olympics" event held by the Miss Universe beauty pageant say the event is "counterproductive" and promotes... Read more
Persevere with joy, Cardinal Rigali says to diocesan pro-life leaders
Working to promote the dignity of human life has become more difficult in the past year but those doing the... Read more
Sen. Kennedy’s letter to Pope said he fell short but ‘tried to be a faithful Catholic’
In his private letter to Pope Benedict XVI, Sen. Edward M. Kennedy said he “fell short” as a faithful Catholic.... Read more
Priests gather for fellowship, prayer, as part of Year for Priests
Surrounded by his brother priests, Archbishop Henry J. Mansell expressed thanks and appreciation for their dedication at an informal evening... Read more
Briefs filed in New York same-sex ‘marriage’ recognition case
The Thomas More Society of Chicago has filed an amicus curiae brief on behalf of the New York State Catholic... Read more
Bishop of Scranton to step down next week
Most Rev. Joseph F. Martino, Bishop of Scranton, will resign as head of the Diocese of Scranton next week, sources... Read more
Catholic Catechism for Adults revised to clarify Catholics’ understanding of Jewish covenant
The Vatican has given a “recognitio” to a change in the U.S. Catholic Catechism for Adults which clarifies Catholic teaching... Read more
C.S. Lewis' devilish tale adapted for stage in U.S. tour
An acclaimed theatrical adaptation of C. S. Lewis’ “The Screwtape Letters” has been bringing the spirit of Screwtape, the sardonic... Read more
New Jersey bishops encourage Catholics to protect marriage against redefinition
The Catholic bishops of New Jersey have distributed a letter explaining Church teaching on marriage and refuting the errors of... Read more
Requiem Mass for Sen. Kennedy to be held at Mission Church
Sen. Edward Kennedy’s funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday at Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Boston. The senator,... Read more
Ann Arbor sisters can't build fast enough to house new members
Though the Dominican Sisters of Mary, Mother of the Eucharist in Ann Arbor are celebrating the completion of the construction... Read more
Supreme Court denies diocese's appeal to keep court documents sealed
The U.S. Supreme Court has denied an appeal by the Diocese of Bridgeport to keep the personnel files of some... Read more
Archdiocese of San Francisco to host Gabriel Project conference
The Archdiocese of San Francisco is hosting a Gabriel Project conference to train Catholics from across northern California how to... Read more
Nine Hawaiian Scouts to travel to Vatican and report on Fr. Damien’s canonization
Nine Boy Scouts and a Scout Master from Hawaii are traveling to the Vatican for the October 11 canonization of... Read more
EWTN Holy Hour to air each First Friday to honor Year for Priests
The Catholic television network EWTN is planning to air a special Holy Hour in honor of the Year for Priests... Read more
Ted Kennedy leaves mixed Catholic legacy
Sen. Edward M. Kennedy (D-MA) passed away last night at the age of 77 after a battle with brain cancer. ... Read more
California nurses’ group expresses concern about health care reform proposals
California Nurses for Ethical Standards has issued a statement on proposals for health care reform, stressing the need for conscience... Read more
After mild heart attack, bishop returns to Knoxville grateful for prayers
Bishop of Knoxville Richard F. Stika expressed his gratitude for the prayers of the faithful and reiterated his trust in... Read more
