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Phoenix Diocese says retired bishop ‘categorically denies’ abuse claim

According to its records, the diocese said in an Aug. 3 statement, Bishop Thomas J. O'Brien "was never assigned to any of the parishes or schools identified in the lawsuit, and no specific information has been presented which connects Bishop O'Brien to the plaintiff."

Peacemakers at White House vigil urge U.S. to empty its nuclear arsenal

UPDATED - Saying the possession, upgrading and potential use of nuclear weapons was sinful, peacemakers gathered outside the White House on the feast of the Transfiguration and implored the U.S. government to empty its arsenals and embrace a world of peace.

Lessons about New York church’s historic pipe organ part of music camp

Eleven children took part in the first-time program, "Pipes, Pedals & Peals," sponsored by the Friends of the Henry Erben Organ. The group is a charitable organization devoted to the conservation and restoration of the 1868 Henry Erben Organ inside St. Patrick's Old Cathedral.

Chapel ministers to souls who visit, live amid Grand Canyon splendor

A short walk away from the south rim of the Grand Canyon sits El Cristo Rey Chapel, a small wooden building that serves as the spiritual home of the Catholic families who work at the national park.

Tiny Arizona parish plays host to leader of world’s Ukrainian Catholics

Archbishop Shevchuk was in the United States for the June 29 enthronement, or installation, of Ukrainian Catholic Bishop Benedict Aleksiychuk, former auxiliary bishop of Lviv, as the new head of the Eparchy of St. Nicholas in Chicago.

Example of founder of Knights ‘etched in our hearts,’ says archbishop

Baltimore Archbishop William E. Lori paid tribute Aug. 3 to deceased members of the Knights of Columbus for their lives and example of charity and also recalled the founder of the fraternal order, Father Michael J. McGivney, for his life of devotion and service.

Knights name family of year, honor several councils at convention

Larry and Beth Odom and their 10 children typically carry supplies with them when they go out to give to those in need they encounter. When fire destroyed the home of a single mom and her four children, the Odoms took them into their home for five months.

Supporters of young migrants ask for DACA protection at Washington rally

Participants, who included Catholics, called on President Donald Trump to protect the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, known as DACA. It faces an uncertain future under Trump.

Ethical questions surface as scientists advance gene-editing work

Catholic observers and others are raising ethical questions about the work of an international team of scientists who report that they were able to edit the DNA in human embryos to correct a health disorder.

Cardinal Dolan finds cheeseburgers and paradise at favorite eatery

Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan of New York came home to St. Louis July 31 with a loud gathering of friends and family -- eventually adding a national audience -- while munching on a cheeseburger and a shake.