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Political Activities Guidelines for Catholic Institutions in Pa.
Political activity can create anxiety for pastors and others employed by Catholic institutions. This document by the Pa. Catholic Conference can help leaders engage in legitimate political activities while avoiding the pitfalls.
Pennsylvania’s candidates for governor, lieutenant governor
See the responses to questions of interest to Catholics by candidates for Pennsylvania governor and lieutenant governor in the primary election May 15.
Pennsylvania’s candidates for U.S. Senate
See the responses to questions of interest to Catholics by Pennsylvania candidates for the U.S. Senate in the primary election May 15.
World’s best high jumper has low-profile meeting with pope
Despite holding the world record in the high jump, Javier Sotomayor kept his feet on the ground and didn't try to clear the waist-high wooden barricade between him and Pope Francis.
Priest: Few at Mexico-U.S. border will have asylum claims accepted
Scalabrinian Father Pat Murphy, who directs a migrant shelter in Tijuana, said "Those that are in the caravan, 75 percent of them won't be accepted. That's been the number over the years."
Trinidad and Tobago Catholic group expands as refugee numbers rise
The United States is offering fewer than its usual number of resettlement places, so hundreds of undocumented migrants may find themselves stuck in the southern Caribbean country.
Paralympian visits St. Louis area parish school to inspire students
It's fun for Noah Elliott to present a message of optimism and perseverance – "seeing the glass as half full rather than half empty" -- while inspiring others to pursue their passion.
Knights of Malta elect interim leader as new grand master
The Knights elected Fra' Giacomo Dalla Torre as their new grand master from among 12 eligible knights to oversee the order for one year. The order's former grand master resigned amid a conflict with Pope Francis.
Pope: Faith says ‘no’ to Satan, ‘yes’ to God
Continuing his series of talks on the sacrament of baptism, the pope looked at the importance of the heart being ready to receive the gift of new life from God through the baptismal water and the Holy Spirit.
Quo Vadis Days Camp set for June 25-28
The four-day camp helping young men to explore a vocation to religious life will feature fun activities, dynamic discussions and time for prayer in rural Quarryville, Pa. -- watch a video.