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Another busy year ends for Supreme Court with all eyes on next term
Before all attention shifts to the next session, there is still plenty to review from the court's term that just ended -- a busy nine months with more than 75 cases argued, and decided on, by the court.
Near immigration’s ground zero, bishops begin border trip with Mass
On Sunday a delegation of Catholic bishops from around the country celebrated Mass in Texas near the southern border to meet with those affected by the government practice of separating immigrant parents from their children.
Father James Whelan, former pastor of St. Kevin, dies at 72
After growing up in Northeast Philadelphia, Father Whelan was ordained in 1973. He is remember for his fraternity with fellow priests. Even in sickness, he was devoted to celebrating daily Mass.
Spanish church warns on exhumation of dictator
The Archdiocese of Madrid has warned the Spanish government against plans to exhume the remains of the country's late dictator, General Francisco Franco, without obtaining agreement from interested parties.
Catholics remember, mourn victims killed in Maryland newspaper shooting
A 38-year-old gunman using a shotgun blasted his way into the newsroom in what police said was a targeted attack against the publication.
Canadian bishops warn of religious discrimination after court decision
"The decision by the court effectively means that provincial law societies can discriminate against lawyers on the basis of their religious affiliation and moral values," the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops said.
New cardinals see red hats as call to more service
Many of the 14 new cardinals were shocked to hear the pope had chosen them for the College of Cardinals. They reflected on what it means to the people they serve around the globe. See two videos from the consistory.
Cute, yes, but little ones gain serious skills at Casa del Carmen
Parents of the 5-year-olds who graduated from the Catholic Social Service agency's preschool June 20 know their kids are better prepared academically and socially, with more confidence, thanks to the program.
Pope at pallium Mass: Jesus wants disciples unafraid to aid others
God wants his disciples to bring his mercy and love to everyone, everywhere on earth, which means it may cost them their "good name," comfort and their life, Pope Francis said on the feast of Sts. Peter and Paul.
Inspired by regional encuentro, Hispanic leaders ready to evangelize
The U.S. church's national encuentro call to Hispanic Catholics to go out to the peripheries and encounter others has energized the country's dioceses, Auxiliary Bishop Octavio Cisneros told delegates at the Region II encuentro.