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Society of Catholic Scientists meets in Chicago for first-ever conference
"Origins," the first conference of the Society of Catholic Scientists, gave participants the opportunity to learn about everything from the birth of stars to the beginnings of human language and to reflect on how their faith and work inform each other.
Science and faith a natural fit for sisters joining climate march
For many Catholic sisters, the observations that have shaped climate study are facts that bolster their conviction that all life on Earth is interdependent, and that the time to act is now.
Diaconate directors hear how Christian unity will come by hearing others
Catholics and those of other Christian faith traditions will come closer as they get better at practicing "holy indifference," said Salesian Father John Crossin.
Murder most foul — but now for the world to see
Murder has always been wrong; one of the Ten Commandments is "Thou shalt not kill." Sadly, it's never stopped anyone from killing. We just have an exhibitionist streak.
New publisher at Oregon Catholic Press has people in the pew on his mind
OCP, a not-for-profit in operation for more than 90 years, sells music for choirs and songbooks like "Today's Missal," "Breaking Bread," "JourneySongs" and "Flor y Canto" to three-fourths of Catholic parishes in the United States.
Catholic leaders warn against changes to health care bill
"In modifying the American Health Care Act proponents of the bill left in place its serious flaws, including unacceptable modifications to Medicaid that will endanger coverage and affordability for millions of people," said Bishop Frank J. Dewane.
Historians assess the promise and paradox of JFK at his centenary
The centenary of Kennedy's birth has brought fresh appraisals of Kennedy, the first -- and so far, only -- Catholic to attain the presidency and his assassination-truncated term of office.
Cardinal Dolan slams DNC pledge to back only pro-abortion pols
New York Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan described the recent pledge from the Democratic National Committee's chair to support only pro-abortion candidates "disturbing" and "intolerant." Some Democrats agree.
Virginia Catholics join the zero waste movement to promote green living
To be virtually trash free, Jane Crosby of St. Bernadette Church in Springfield composts her food waste and recycles a little. But mostly she relies day to day on reusable products such as Mason jars, cloth napkins and canvas shopping bags.
Justice Department holds onto Affordable Care Act’s contraceptive mandate
Nearly a year after the U.S. Supreme Court sent their cases back to the lower courts, the Justice Department still is appealing some of them.