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New York court says archbishop’s remains must be transferred to Peoria
Following the ruling, the body of Venerable Fulton J. Sheen will be transferred from St. Patrick's Cathedral to his home diocese in Illinois, a move that is hoped to accelerate the media pioneer's cause for canonization.
Bishop bars Illinois Catholic lawmakers who back abortion from Communion
The June 6 decree was issued in response to legislative leaders who "have shown obstinate and persistent support of extreme abortion legislation," and specifically named House Speaker Michael Madigan and Senate President John Cullerton "due to their leadership roles" in passing several bills.
Ukrainian Catholics discuss future of their church in North America
Reaching youth and fostering Ukrainian religious and ethnic identity amid a larger majority culture are on the agenda at the June 6 gathering, which was convoked by the newly enthroned Metropolitan Archbishop Boris Gudziak of the Ukrainian Catholic Archeparchy of Philadelphia.
Pope says he wants to visit Iraq in 2020
Pope Francis praised charitable outreach in the Middle East, called for a peaceful resolution to its crises and criticized the hypocrisy of leaders who speak of peace but sell weapons to warring nations.
In video, archbishop overseeing West Virginia probe expresses regret
Archbishop William E. Lori of Baltimore said that the investigation into former Bishop Michael J. Bransfield should not have redacted the names, including his own, of bishops and officials who had received gifts from the cleric, who stands accused of sexual and financial misconduct.
Gender ideology is opposed to faith, reason, Vatican office says
In a June 10 document, the Congregation for Catholic Education urged respect and care for persons who "live situations of sexual indeterminacy," while stressing that those who teach in the church's name must help youth understand that being created male and female is part of God's plan.
Archbishop Chaput announces clerical changes
See the assignments for seven newly ordained permanent deacons, six retired deacons plus changes in assignment for priests of the Philadelphia Archdiocese.
Teams ending their season in state playoffs view it as success
The highs and lows of their sports were in full bloom this week as five Catholic League softball teams and four baseball squads came up short in the PIAA playoffs. All pointed proudly to their campaigns.
Try, try again: Bishops to address abuse, accountability among their own
When the U.S. bishops gather for their June 11-14 meeting, they will again debate four proposals for the investigation of abuse or cover up of abuse by bishops. They did not vote on proposals in November at the request of the Vatican.
CLINIC convening focuses on how to gain justice for immigrants, refugees
Members of the Catholic Legal Immigration Network shared stories of success and heartache in their work with immigrants and refugees during their May 29-31 Convening 2019 in downtown Pittsburgh.