News
Irish bishops combat drug addiction through parish life, partnerships
A 20-year-old national initiative by the church in Ireland combats addiction through parish life, peer education and public-private partnerships. Leaders described it at the World Meeting of Families in Dublin.
Prominent Catholics see larger role for laity in church’s abuse response
An independent lay-run board that would hold bishops accountable for their actions, a national day for prayers and encouragement to parishioners to become more involved are among steps suggested by lay people.
Minnesota prelate ‘steps aside’ from responsibilities with Napa Institute
Archbishop Nienstedt's connections to the Napa Institute drew criticism from Rod Dreher, who on his blog Aug. 6 accused the institute of being inconsistent in its stance against bishops accused of mishandling sexual abuse.
Bishops nationwide reflect on ramifications of Pa. grand jury report
Bishops across the United States are offering apologies to victims in the wake of the Aug. 14 Pennsylvania grand jury report that detailed claims of sexual abuse of more than 1,000 children .
World’s bishops call for action on abuse; English bishop wants synod
A global synod on priests could help the church to end the "terrible" scandals of clerical child abuse, an English bishop told Pope Francis.
National pro-life conference calls leaders to be missionary disciples
More than 100 diocesan, state and national pro-life leaders from across the U.S. gathered for the annual Diocesan Pro-Life Leadership Conference to discuss how best to build a culture of life.
Parishioners praise Mary on West Chester’s streets for 99th year
Generations of families who founded the celebration of the Assumption of the Blessed Mother at St. Agnes Parish continued it last week with Mass, breakfast, a street procession and benediction.
Anderson calls for ‘full accounting of misdeeds’ that led to scandal
Perpetrators of abuse and those who cover it up must "come clean" about their misdeeds, said the CEO of the Knights of Columbus. His organization has an important role in rebuilding the church, he said.
Cardinal’s name removed from Pittsburgh diocesan high school
The Diocese of Pittsburgh is taking the name of Cardinal Donald W. Wuerl, a former Pittsburgh bishop, off the name of a Catholic high school in suburban Cranberry Township.
Banking, nonprofit expert ready to roll up sleeves at Faith in Future
Irene Horstmann Hannan, a successful bank manager and advocate for women and the poor, takes the reins as CEO at the foundation that runs the archdiocese's high schools and special ed schools.