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Council of Cardinals finalizes draft of new document on Roman Curia
Pope Francis will review a finalized draft of the apostolic constitution that would govern the Roman Curia, the Vatican spokesman said.
Vatican team returns to Chile to ‘ask forgiveness’ for clergy sex abuse
UPDATED - Archbishop Charles Scicluna of Malta said his mission to the country is a sign of Pope Francis' closeness to the local church following devastating reports of sexual abuse and cover-ups by members of the clergy.
Pope launches appeal that World Cup in Russia helps promote peace
As 32 nations get ready to vie for the World Cup in Russia, Pope Francis greeted players, organizers and soccer fans who will be following "this event that overcomes all borders."
Biggest danger in life is fear, settling for less, pope says
The biggest dangers are being unwilling to find a way to adapt, mediocrity by settling for the status quo, and fear, he said at his general audience in St. Peter's Square June 13.
Find a job, treat family to fun at Catholic Community Services’ fair
The agency's fourth annual Community Fest is coming to St. Martin Parish in Northeast Philadelphia June 16 and offering free clothing, job counseling, mental health assessments and kid-friendly activities.
Catholic groups condemn ruling that limits some asylum seekers
U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions said that U.S. asylum laws cannot be used to remedy "all misfortune."
AMA delegates OK continued review of group’s assisted suicide policy
The American Medical Association House of Delegates voted 314-243 not to affirm the report of the organization's Council on Ethical and Judicial Affairs to maintain the AMA's long-held opposition to assisted suicide.
Interfaith leaders in Trinidad express unity on traditional marriage
Claiming to jointly represent almost 90 percent of Trinidad and Tobago's population, in a June 11 news conference they also stated their intent to make two proposals to the Trinidad and Tobago government.
Encuentro priorities to help shape Hispanic ministry for years to come
Nearly 200 Hispanic ministry leaders from 13 dioceses in Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin gathered at the University of Notre Dame for their Region VII encuentro, held June 8-10.
Church praised for proactive response on abuse but warned of complacency
Francesco Cesareo, chairman of the National Review Board, shared that view with diocesan safe environment and victims' assistance coordinators attending the Child and Youth Protection Catholic Leadership Conference.