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Retired Green Bay auxiliary bishop withdraws from public ministry
In a letter dated Sept. 14 and addressed to Bishop David L. Ricken, the head of the diocese, Bishop Robert F. Morneau stated that he failed to report to authorities an incident of priest sexual abuse of a minor in 1979.
Two more Chilean bishops step down in wake of abuse crisis
Pope Francis accepted the resignations of two more Chilean bishops, bringing to seven the number of bishops who have stepped down since June in response to the clerical sexual abuse scandal in their country.
Indiana diocese issues list of priests, deacons with credible allegations
The Fort Wayne-South Bend Diocese's release of the names of priests and deacons credibly accused of sexual abuse of a minor "is an appropriate step and part of a commitment to openness and transparency by the church in this area."
N.Y. Archdiocese names judge as independent reviewer on abuse protocols
New York Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan has named a former federal judge to study archdiocesan policies and procedures with respect to sexual abuse by clergy and recommend enhancements directly to the cardinal.
U.S. attorney general’s new legal directive may speed up deportations
U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions issued a decision Sept. 18 curtailing the powers of U.S. immigration judges in deportation proceedings, a move that may make it easier for the Trump administration to deport migrants.
Pope: Those exploiting foreigners for profit will pay on Judgment Day
No one can remain indifferent to the way minority groups are increasingly the object of so much fear, scorn and hatred, Pope Francis said.
Apostolic visitor outlines plans for expansion at Medjugorje shrine
Archbishop Henryk Hoser has outlined plans for expansion, including more Masses in different languages and facilities for young pilgrims who flock to the site of the alleged Marian apparitions.
Pope names administrator as Indian bishop investigated for alleged rape
Pope Francis has accepted the request of Bishop Mulakkal, accused of raping a nun, to be relieved of his duties during the investigation. The bishop has denied the allegations.
Some cry ‘scandal’ to cover their own failings, pope says at Mass
While God's holy church is made up of sinners, it also has its share of hypocrites who love to cry "scandal" to point out the failings of others and make themselves appear pure, Pope Francis said at morning Mass.
Church present and future: Synod to show young Catholics’ needs, gifts
The Synod of Bishops will meet in October to try to look at the world and the Catholic Church through the eyes of teenagers and young adults.