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Bishops end border visit calling for urgent reunification of children
UPDATED - A group of Catholic bishops saw the faces of relief from migrants who had been released by immigration authorities, but ended their two-day journey to the border visiting detained migrant children.
Timeline of key events in U.S. immigration law, asylum and border policy
In the last 127 years, some two dozen developments stand out in a review of national policies regarding new arrivals to the United States. At times the doors were open to newcomers, and at other times, closed.
In Chicago, three auxiliary bishops named; two auxiliaries retire
Bishop-designate Hicks serves as vicar general of the Chicago Archdiocese. Bishop-designate Casey is currently pastor of St. Bede the Venerable Church in Chicago. Bishop-designate Bartosic is currently pastor of Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church in Chicago and director/chaplain of Kolbe House near Cook County Jail.
Wyoming bishop orders new investigation into claims against Bishop Hart
Bishop Steven R. Biegler of Cheyenne said he will continue restrictions placed on the public ministry of retired Bishop Joseph H. Hart of Cheyenne because of the results of new investigation into previous abuse allegations made against the prelate.
Humble companions: Catholic-Anglican document sees healing in difference
A fresh approach taken by the official Anglican-Roman Catholic dialogue commission reflects a major development in ecumenism where difference is used as an enriching opportunity for mutual listening, learning and conversion.
In Carpenter Cup, Catholic girls were winless yet still successful
The Philadelphia Catholic League softball team dropped two games June 26 in the annual regional softball tourney but showcased their talents and, more important, built their unique camaraderie.
Chaldean leaders pleased that U.S. aid helps Iraqi religious minorities
After months of delay, the USAID is providing $10 million to organizations led by Catholic Relief Services and Heartland Alliance to help Christians and Yazidis restore their communities after attacks by the Islamic State in 2014.
At Texas center, bishops join in a warm welcome for recent arrivals
After walking from Honduras to Texas en route to Philadelphia, a father and his daughter were grateful for the kindness of a group of bishops, including the bishop of Scranton, who said the immigrants were driven by “the most basic instinct to protect your family.”
Indian nun accuses bishop of raping, abusing her; cleric denies charges
The alleged assault was said to have occurred when the bishop visited a convent in the Diocese of Palai in Kerala state in southwest India, where the order has a convent.
Special kids enjoy a day of their own at St. Michael’s parish fair
The crowds and sounds can be overwhelming for some children, so for 40 years St. Michael the Archangel Parish in Levittown has set aside one day at its carnival with an easier pace. The fair, begun in 1954, runs through July 8.