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Family love teaches the world about God's love, says cardinal
Love in the family is the first step to teaching the world about the love of God, said Cardinal João... Read more
Cardinal Nichols: Marriage prep should make clear the nature of marriage
To couples seeking marriage, the Church needs both to be welcoming and to present a “clear vision” of the sacrament,... Read more
Seton Hall announces ‘independent review’ of seminary accusations
Seton Hall University has announced an independent review of accusations of sexual abuse and harassment against seminarians. The university is... Read more
This parish was transferred to the Bismarck diocese from Fargo
Earlier this year, St. John parish in Lansford, N.D., was formally transferred from the Diocese of Fargo to the Diocese... Read more
Catholic Charities Oregon looks to expand financial wellness program
Catholic Charities Oregon is hoping to expand a program that offers financial classes and coaching for low-income workers in the... Read more
Why this man spent his last years caring for the dying
By the time he passed away, death was familiar to Joe Doak. Read more
In Minnesota, young people respond to abuse scandals with prayer
More than 100 young adults in Saint Paul, Minnesota, gathered this week to pray for the healing of sexual abuse... Read more
Catholic Relief Services aids victims of monsoon flooding in India
Record flash floods and landslides in the southwest state of Kerala in India have left hundreds dead and thousands more... Read more
English bishop requests Extraordinary Synod on life, ministry of clergy
Bishop Philip Egan of the Diocese of Portsmouth, in southern England, has written to the pope asking him to convene... Read more
Archbishop Martin: Family is part of Church's 'good news' for the world
God’s plan for the family may sometimes feel countercultural, but it is nevertheless part of the Church’s “good news” for... Read more
‘Amoris laetitia’ must be read ‘always in continuity’ with Church teaching, pope says
A letter from Pope Francis on Amoris laetitia has been published in which the pope says the 2016 apostolic exhortation... Read more
After grand jury report, new allegations raised in Pennsylvania
The Diocese of Pittsburgh has received about 50 new allegations of abuse, and a state abuse hotline has received more... Read more
The Holy Family is a bright light in dark times, cardinal says
In the face of attacks on the family, the Church should strive to imitate the Holy Family, which shines through... Read more
Walking the 'Dublin Camino' at the World Meeting of Families
Participants in the World Meeting of Families have been invited to walk the “Dublin Camino,” a seven-church “Pilgrim Walk” throughout... Read more
Attack on Byzantine priest in Indiana investigated as hate crime
Monday morning's assault of a priest of the Ruthenian Eparchy of Parma is being investigated as a hate crime, a... Read more
Pope Francis: Saints show the heart's true desire
The lives of the saints are attractive because they demonstrate the radical and authentic relationship with Christ each person is... Read more
Congressman: Security, solidarity, and subsidiarity needed to rebuild Iraqi villages
Christian and Yazidi communities in northern Iraq need security as they rebuild, said Congressman Jeff Fortenberry after a trip to... Read more
Seminarian: Despite devastation, faith has grown in Venezuela
When Juan Pablo Hernandez returns to his home in the Archdiocese of Maracaibo, Venezuela next year, he will face a... Read more
Journalist-turned-missionary finds happiness in evangelization
Belén Manrique had a promising career in journalism, surrounded by good friends and family. But at age 30, she left... Read more
Irish bishop: Church must be unafraid to engage difficult questions
Faced with daunting cultural challenges, the Church must engage in difficult discussions rather than seeking quick answers, said Bishop Donal... Read more
