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Bishop asks for prayers for peace, justice on Charlottesville anniversary
"As the anniversary will draw much national and local attention, I am concerned it will be approached with provocative rhetoric rather than provide an opportunity for prayer and dialogue about racism, and the action needed to overcome it."
From the pulpit, priests address allegations against Archbishop McCarrick
Father Alek Schrenk said he thought parishioners needed to hear a priest speak about this situation honestly and "give them a lens to look at it through faith."
Seattle Catholics celebrate Special Olympics’ 50th anniversary
Not only were the games, held July 1-6, a success, Seattle Catholics are focusing now on how to leverage that success for its pastoral initiatives for Catholics with developmental disabilities.
Once hostile to faith, doctor and deacon shares how to work for God
In a July 25 talk, Dr. Alfred Mauriello traced his path back to Catholicism and his journey to the permanent diaconate. A member of St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish, he advised young adults on how to find the Lord on the job.
More accountability needed after abuse revelations, church figures say
UPDATED - "We can -- and I am confident that we will -- strengthen the rules and regulations and sanctions against any trying to fly under the radar or to 'get away with' such evil and destructive behaviors," said Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger of Albany, New York.
Pizza and parenting make for a great lunch lesson by Catholic Community Services
At a July 19 lunchtime seminar, participants rolled up their sleeves to make slices, while learning how to strengthen their families.
Contraception feeds violence against women, papal theologian says
The introduction of the birth control pill nearly 60 years ago has led to what the priest called a demographic winter in many countries and to a lack of interest in marriage and fatherhood among men.
Indian Catholic leaders protest call to ban sacrament of reconciliation
"This demand is absurd and it displays ignorance about the sacrament of confession," said Cardinal Oswald Gracias of Mumbai, president of Catholic Bishops Conference of India.
Catholic Camping
Catholic adults are invited to an Aug. 10-12 getaway at Rickett's Glen State Park for relaxation and renewal.
‘Ignite’ seminars kindle personal transformation
Consultant Vanessa Hamm of Accendi Solutions will lead personal coaching workshops on Aug. 16 and 22 to develop attendees' God-given potential.