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Many implications of Orthodox split remain unknown, says Catholic expert
The Russian Orthodox Church's rejection of the authority of the Patriarchate of Constantinople brings into question pan-Orthodox activities like international dialogue with the Catholics.
Bishop Joseph Cistone dies in Michigan at age 69
The former Philadelphia native, priest and auxiliary bishop of the Archdiocese who led the Diocese of Saginaw since 2009 was found dead in his residence Oct. 16. He had been battling lung cancer.
Synod groups focus on need for qualified accompaniment
The second week of discussions centered on discernment, vocations and accompaniment, and the 14 working groups, which are divided by language, each came up with a number of suggestions, critiques and recommendations for the synod's final document.
Lack of progress fighting hunger is shameful, pope says
At a time of technological and scientific progress, "we ought to feel shame" for not having advanced in "humanity and solidarity" enough to feed the world's poor, Pope Francis said.
Houston panel explores why people migrate to U.S.
A forum examined the complex web of international and local factors that influence people -- individuals ands families, not labels such as refugees -- to come to "El Norte" seeking opportunity.
Church sweetened with nostalgia won’t attract youth, archbishop says
In a Q&A, Archbishop Charles Chaput said the main problem with transmitting Christianity in a culture that keeps us distracted is "a lack of real faith." We need the "radical conversion that real faith in Jesus Christ demands."
Ukrainian church pledges cooperation with Pa. grand jury
The head of the Ukrainian Catholic Archeparchy of Philadelphia, covering the Mid-Atlantic region, said church files would be shared with authorities Oct. 24 "as requested and with no exceptions."
USCCB leaders ask for prayers, donations for hurricane victims
"Let us respond with prayer and personal generosity," said Cardinal Daniel N. DiNardo of Galveston-Houston, who is president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, in an Oct. 13 statement.
Masses, celebrations in U.S. mark canonization of St. Romero
With a Mass, processions and fellowship, about 800 people, mostly immigrants, gathered at the Shrine of the Sacred Heart Church in Washington Oct. 14 to celebrate the canonization of St. Oscar Romero.
Catholic leaders welcome PEPFAR reauthorization in Congress
Two Catholic leaders applauded congressional committees for reauthorizing the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief, opening the door for final passage of a bill to keep the program in place for another five years.