Cardinal Daniel DiNardo

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Cardinal Daniel DiNadro and Catholic University president John Garvey at the Role of the Laity in Responding to the Crisis conference, Feb. 6, 2019. Courtesy photo.

Lessons on the sexual abuse crisis from marriage and the cross

Feb 6, 2019

The Church can look to marriage and the cross for insights into restoring trust and addressing the sexual abuse crisis,... Read more

Archbishop Joseph Naumann, joined by Cardinals DiNardo and O'Malley at the vigil Mass ahead of the MArch for Life 2019.

At pro-life Mass, Naumann calls for mercy

Jan 17, 2019

The pro-life movement must be one of mercy, said Archbishop Joseph Naumann of Kansas City Thursday night, at the opening... Read more

Former Supreme Knight Virgil Dechant presents President Bush with a Steuben glass replica of the American flag at the Knights’ 1992 convention.

‘A man of faith and humility’ Catholics remember President George H.W. Bush

Dec 3, 2018

By Courtney Mares

In the days following the death of President George H. W. Bush, Catholics around the country remembered the 41st president... Read more

Cardinal Daniel DiNardo of Galveston-Houston, Texas in Vatican City during the Synod of Bishops on October 9, 2015.

Cardinal DiNardo denies priests named in report ‘credibly accused’

Nov 21, 2018

Cardinal Daniel DiNardo, Archbishop of Galveston-Houston, has denied that he allowed two priests to remain in active ministry despite credible... Read more

Police, firefighters follow the ambulance carrying the body of police officer Samuel Jimenez as it arrives at the Cook County Medical Examiner's office, Nov. 19, 2018.

Cardinal DiNardo calls for 'reasonable' gun control after Chicago hospital shooting

Nov 20, 2018

After a shooting at Mercy Hospital in Chicago left four dead, including the gunman, on Monday afternoon, the president of... Read more

Cardinal Daniel DiNardo of Galveston-Houston addresses the USCCB autumn General Assembly in Baltimore, Nov. 12, 2018. (CNS photo/Bob Roller)

Cardinal DiNardo hopeful for Church in US

Nov 14, 2018

By Christine Rousselle

Acknowledging that he was disappointed by the Vatican's decision to block a vote on sex abuse reform measures, Cardinal Daniel... Read more

USCCB meeting Nov. 2018.

USCCB meeting: What just happened, and what might happen next?

Nov 12, 2018

By Ed Condon, JD Flynn

During a holy hour Monday morning, two survivors of clerical sexual abuse spoke to the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops... Read more

Cardinal Daniel DiNardo.

Cardinal DiNardo welcomes Vatican inquiry into McCarrick files

Oct 8, 2018

By Hannah Brockhaus

The president of the U.S.’ bishops’ conference said Sunday he welcomes the Vatican’s announcement of a further investigation into files... Read more

Cardinal Daniel DiNardo. CNA file photo.

Cardinal DiNardo and USCCB officials to meet with Pope Francis

Sep 11, 2018

The director of the Vatican’s press office has confirmed that Pope Francis will meet with the president of the U.S.... Read more

Cardinal Daniel DiNardo of Galveston-Houston.

DiNardo calls for conclusive answers to questions raised by Viganò's testimony

Aug 27, 2018

Cardinal Daniel DiNardo, president of the US Conference of Catholic Bishops, reaffirmed Monday the need for a “prompt and thorough... Read more

Cardinal Daniel DiNardo at the Vatican in 2013.

Welcoming pope's letter on abuse, head of US bishops pledges action

Aug 20, 2018

Cardinal Daniel N. DiNardo of Galveston-Houston, president of the U.S. bishops’ conference, has welcomed Pope Francis’ letter to all the... Read more

Cardinal Daniel DiNardo. CNA file photo.

US bishops invite Vatican investigation into McCarrick scandal

Aug 16, 2018

By Courtney Mares

 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

Cardinal Daniel DiNardo.

DiNardo: Roe v. Wade support is not good litmus test for Supreme Court justices

Jul 6, 2018

The U.S. Senate should not use a nominee’s stance on Roe v. Wade as a litmus test on suitability for... Read more

Cardinal Daniel DiNardo.

Cardinal DiNardo: Amid division, we must look to the God who unites

Nov 13, 2017

By Mary Farrow

Witnessing to the Gospel is the simple but fundamental call for people of faith who live in trying times, Cardinal... Read more

Youth ministry must reflect young people’s diversity, US cardinal says

Nov 13, 2017

By Carl Bunderson

Young people are not a singular mass, and ministry to them must reflect their diversity, Cardinal Daniel DiNardo of Galveston-Houston... Read more

Pope Francis at the General Audience in St. Peter's Square, Oct. 25, 2017.

Theologian resigns from USCCB committee after publishing letter to Pope Francis

Nov 1, 2017

By JD Flynn

A member of the Vatican’s International Theological Commission has resigned his position as a consultant to the USCCB’s Committee on... Read more

Hurricane Harvey, as seen from NOAA GOES satellite over Texas, 10 am, Aug 25, 2017.

Cardinal DiNardo: Pray for everyone enduring Hurricane Harvey

Aug 26, 2017

The arrival of Hurricane Harvey in Texas is a time for prayer, Cardinal Daniel DiNardo of Galveston-Houston has said.  Read more

US bishops: Immigration is a chance for hospitality, unity

Jan 11, 2017

Catholics should be working to create a “culture of encounter” that shows charity and empathy to immigrants, said leaders of... Read more