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After roadblocks, film on abortion doctor Kermit Gosnell releases preview
The trial of a Philadelphia abortion doctor, whose shoddy clinics and gruesome practices led to his conviction of three counts... Read more
Dan Burke appointed president, COO of EWTN News
EWTN Global Catholic Network announced Friday that Daniel Burke has been named President and Chief Operating Officer of EWTN News,... Read more
US bishops express anguish over abuse reports, encourage change in Church
After a grand jury found thousands of alleged instances of sexual abuse in six of Pennsylvania’s Catholic dioceses, numerous U.S.... Read more
Investigation launched into sexual harassment claims at Philadelphia seminary
Bishop Timothy Senior, auxiliary bishop of Philadelphia, has announced that the archdiocese is investigating a claim of sexual harassment made... Read more
After welcoming pro-lifers, Missouri Democrats quickly backtrack
Missouri Democratic leaders have voted to remove language acknowledging different views of abortion from their party platform, drawing criticism from... Read more
Appeals court protects Texas bishops' communications in abortion case
The privacy and religious freedom of Texas bishops and other religious groups was upheld by the Court of Appeals for... Read more
New allegations surface regarding Archbishop McCarrick and Newark priests
Recent allegations against former Cardinal Theodore McCarrick include reports that he made sexual advances toward seminarians during his tenure as... Read more
Does the Pa. grand jury report mean changes for statutes of limitations?
Following a major grand jury report on past sexual abuse in six Catholic dioceses of Pennsylvania, discussions continue over whether... Read more
Beloved Texas priest asks for prayers after ALS diagnosis
Fr. Stephen Jasso said he knew something was wrong this past February, about two months after retiring as the pastor... Read more
Cardinal Burke: We face a grave crisis, touching the heart of the Church
Cardinal Raymond Burke said Thursday that the Catholic Church is facing “a very grave crisis” due to the “grievous failure”... Read more
Caritas India offers assistance to victims of monsoon floods in Kerala
After at least 73 people were killed in floods caused by monsoon rains in India's Kerala state, Caritas India and... Read more
'Shame and sorrow' – Holy See responds to Pennsylvania report
The Holy See on Thursday denounced sexual abuse and called for accountability for both perpetrators and leaders who covered up... Read more
Irish bishop: Papal visit a chance to recognize sin, work to repair the Church
The Pope’s visit to Ireland is a time for the Church to reflect on her past failings and consider how... Read more
Muslim woman who declined handshake wins labor case in Sweden
A labor court in Sweden has sided with a Muslim woman whose job interview was cut short when she refused... Read more
Catholic institutions in CAR shelter displaced Muslims from threat of attack
In the Central African Republic's Diocese of Bangassou, several Catholic institutions have taken in displaced Muslims who face violence at... Read more
‘What do you want to know?’ The Catholic reaction to bishops and sexual abuse
Among the sexual abusers mentioned in the Aug. 14 Pennsylvania grand jury report, one priest merits particular attention. Read more
US bishops invite Vatican investigation into McCarrick scandal
The U.S. bishops’ conference called for a Vatican-led investigation into allegations of sexual abuse and cover-ups surrounding Archbishop Theodore McCarrick,... Read more
Combat racism with a childlike spirit, Springfield priest says
A Mass in the Diocese of Springfield, Ill commemorated the anniversary of racially-motivated riots that destroyed black-owned business and homes... Read more
How the Church could reach out to the children of priests
Discussions surrounding sexual abuse and immorality in the Church should also address the challenges and injustices facing children of priests... Read more
Bishop Trautman responds to release of Pennsylvania grand jury report
Bishop Donald Trautman responded Tuesday to the Pennsylvania grand jury report on allegations of clerical sex abuse of minors, saying... Read more
