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Local priests on front line as protests close Nicaragua’s cities
Church leaders were cautiously welcoming some progress in the dialogue they have mediated between Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega and protesters, who want him to resign.
Bishops across U.S. condemn separation, detention of migrant children
UPDATED - The country's Catholic bishops have joined a chorus of organizations, institutions and high-profile individuals urging the Trump administration to stop separating children from their parents as they seek respite in the U.S.
Astronomy, Eucharist share stage at Thomism conference
The Thomistic Institute and the Society of Catholic Scientists hosted a forum focused on the intersection between the natural sciences, especially physics and biology, and Thomistic thought.
Nearly 500 British priests sign statement in support of ‘Humanae Vitae’
They said the prophetic warnings contained within "Humane Vitae," (Of Human Life) published by Blessed Pope Paul VI July 25 1968, have proved to be accurate.
Trenton bishop decries mass shooting that took place during arts festival
No motive "can justify these ongoing, seemingly relentless acts of gun violence plaguing our cities," Bishop David M. O'Connell of Trenton said.
Dictatorships begin with taking over media to spread lies, pope says
"All dictatorships, all of them, began like this, by adulterating communication, by putting communications in the hands of people without scruples, of governments without scruples," he added.
Pope asks people to value contributions refugees can make
Pope Francis called on nations working to develop a global compact on refugees to make sure they help ensure migration is safe, legal and humane.
Pope met with brother of Chilean priest found guilty of abuse
Recalling his conversation with the pope, Oscar Karadima said his family members "were also victims of abuse of power and of conscience" by his brother. Their family name, he added, was tarnished due to the scandals.
Bishops’ pastoral letter on racism on track for November vote
Bishop Sheldon J. Fabre said the document will focus on contemporary concerns affecting Native Americans and African-Americans and the "targeting" of Hispanics with racist language and actions.
Pope: Aborting children with birth defects is like Nazi eugenics program
Children are God's greatest gift and should be welcomed "as they come, as God sends them, as God allows, even if at times they are sick," the pope said.