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On Camino trek, couple bolsters faith on way to wedding
Virginia couple Karla and Jason De Los Reyes prepared for their new life together via a journey of 74 miles on foot along the Camino de Santiago, in the days leading up to their wedding in Spain.
Historic Baltimore church restored, sees new life as brewpub
Some hope for a revitalized neighborhood through craft brewing in a church once led by St. John Neumann. But others are dismayed that what was once was a place for sacraments is now a trendy nightclub.
Videos are new component to ‘Faithful Citizenship’ guide
Five videos are part of the U.S. bishops' effort to help Catholic engage in political life "guided by their faith as opposed to any affiliation with any political party that they have," said official Jill Rauh.
San Diego bishop calls for prudence when casting vote
Bishop Robert McElroy said both abortion and the environment were "core life issues in Catholic teaching," and Catholic voters should choose a political candidate who is "likely to best advance the common good."
Georgetown U. will divest from fossil fuels in a decade
Responding to years of pressure from students, the Catholic university will end new investments in fossil fuels companies and boost its endowment portfolio in renewable energy to address climate change.
Cal State campus changes funding policy in favor of pro-life group
California State University-San Marcos has agreed to revise its student fee policies after losing a lawsuit last year. It had allocated $300,000 from mandatory student activity fees to a LGBTQA group but refused $500 for a pro-life speaker.
Marriage, family therapist to chair U.S. bishops’ National Review Board
Suzanne Healy of Los Angeles is the new chair of the National Review Board, which advises the U.S. bishops on adherence to its policies for the protection of children in the church.
In hopes of healing, abuse survivor shares his story
Within weeks of seeing the film "Spotlight," Michael Callaghan went to leaders of his Minnesota archdiocese to share his story and offer help. Staff members listened to and affirmed him, which was a "breath of fresh air."
Restorative justice, healing circles address trauma caused by abuse
It is vitally important to have the church acknowledge the harm done by clergy sexual abuse, foster accountability and offer roads to healing, said a priest dealing with his secondary trauma from the crisis.
Florida Catholics unite to oppose abortion, suicide, death penalty
Catholic Days brought some 200 pro-life advocates to Florida's capitol for two days of study and peaceful discussions with lawmakers on bills that could threaten the futures of millions in Florida.