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Church leaders, politicians, laity meet in D.C. on behalf of Christians
Emphasizing that diversity does not preclude unity, nearly a thousand Christian leaders, politicians and laypeople gathered in Washington to launch a massive effort on behalf of the minority communities of the Middle East.
Deathbed ordination ‘reflects Pascal Mystery,’ says bishop
As William Carmona lay gravely ill in a San Antonio hospital bed, he repeatedly questioned his classmates from nearby Assumption Seminary: "Where is Bishop Choby?" "When will he get here?" And finally: "How many more hours until he ordains me?"
ISIS conflict is all about money, not religion, cardinal says
The conflict in which Islamic State fighters are driving out Christians and other minorities must not be seen as a war between Islam and Christianity, said a Vatican official. Cardinal Leonardo Sandri thanked Muslim leaders who had spoken against Islamic State atrocities in recent weeks.
Federal government continues HHS case against Little Sisters of the Poor
The federal government is pursuing its case against the Little Sisters of the Poor in an attempt to get the religious order to comply with newly issued interim rules regarding the Department of Health and Human Services' contraception mandate under the Affordable Care Act.
Impact investing eyed by Portland Archdiocese to spur ‘doing good works’
Catholic teaching and Portland hip have found common ground.
U.S. bishops recall ‘heroic history’ of Civil Rights Act of 1964
In a statement marking the 50th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops called the legislation a "monumental step forward" but added that there is "still much work to do."
Indiana program helps resettled Myanmarese better know Catholicism
At 14, Bu Meh of Burma had lived all but the first year of her life in a refugee camp in Thailand. Her family sought safety there after fleeing unrest in their homeland, now known as Myanmar.
Oregon deacon helps uncover Christian origin behind ancient oil lamp
Deacon Rob Page of St. Patrick Church in Independence, Oregon, has an unusual hobby. He collects and studies ancient coins and artifacts.
Undocumented students find refuge, support at Catholic colleges
Fifteen years ago, the president of Dominican University, just outside Chicago, thought comprehensive immigration reform was right around the corner.
Diocese asks U.S. Supreme Court to hear case involving confessional seal
The Diocese of Baton Rouge has asked the U.S. Supreme Court to reverse a Louisiana Supreme Court decision that a priest may be compelled to testify as to what he heard in the confessional in 2008 concerning an abuse case.