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Bishops of Atlanta province consider ways to lead in the face of crisis
Priests and bishops from the Province of Atlanta recently spent time considering the abuse crisis in the church, how to respond to it and how to best carry on in serving the faithful.
Faithful uphold the quiet tradition of lighting candles in churches
Candle stands are often tucked away in the corners of churches, but they make an important impact on the faith of many parishioners.
San Jose bishop says he won’t move into $2.3 million home
Bishop Patrick J. McGrath said he "erred in judgment" in purchasing a five-bedroom home he was set to live in when he retired. It will be sold and donated to charity, and he will live in a parish rectory.
International Trade Commission reverses U.S. tariff on newsprint
The International Trade Commission unanimously reversed a series of tariffs Aug. 29 that the U.S. government had slapped on Canadian-produced newsprint.
Oregon church activities curtailed by smoke from wildfires
Catholic churches and homes in southern Oregon are safe so far amid wildfires, but persistent smoke has suppressed activities -- and spirits.
When the woods called, successful Oregon technologist turned to logging
Mark Turner is among a declining number of Oregon loggers. He knows the industry that once shaped the region's economy and development has an uncertain future, but he also wouldn't want to do anything else.
12 American bishops respond to Archbishop Vigano’s explosive claims
While some bishops denounced the former Vatican ambassador's assertions of scandal and cover up in the Catholic Church in America, other bishops supported a full probe into his claims, including the bishops' conference president.
Embattled bishop of Buffalo says he won’t resign
The bishop recommitted Aug. 26 to serving the diocese despite calls for his resignation over the handling of priests accused of sexual abuse. "The shepherd does not desert the flock at a difficult time," he said.
Young pilgrims welcome World Youth Day Cross, Marian icon to U.S. cities
The cross and the icon were on a nine-day tour across the U.S. Aug. 19-27.
Catholic psychologist, abuse survivor, offers abuse advice for families
"For Catholics who have been abused by a priest or clergy, it's doubly difficult because they have not only been psychologically traumatized, but spiritually traumatized. Unless that is addressed, healing is very difficult."