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Iraqi Catholic leaders urge Christians: Remain steadfast in Lent
Many Chaldean Catholics lost their homes, properties and other possessions as they fled the so-called Islamic State militants in the summer of 2014. Many are destitute, still living in camps for the internally displaced or sheltering abroad.
For one Philly priest, all roads lead to Rome
After serving throughout the Philadelphia archdiocese, Father James Oliver returns to Rome to join the Vatican's Congregation for the Clergy -- and to reconnect with old friends.
Jim Lackey, longtime editor who embraced old and new media, retires
From 1979 until last December, the longtime journalist for Catholic News Service covered the White House and national news both in print and, later, in digital media. Amidst his accomplishments, he's remained humble.
Decision to stop Texas execution called ‘example of restorative justice’
The Catholic bishops of Texas praised Gov. Greg Abbott for stopping the execution of death-row inmate Thomas Whitaker shortly before he was to be put to death Feb. 22.
St. John’s Hospice savors the taste of Super Bowl victory
Residents of the Catholic Social Services ministry benefited from a cash donation and a clam chowder luncheon, thanks to a friendly wager between Archbishop Chaput and his colleagues in Boston.
Catholic League boys’ semifinals each come down to the wire
Despite commanding leads early, Bonner-Prendergast and Roman Catholic both had to hold off furious late charges for three-point wins. They'll meet at the Palestra Monday night as Bonner seeks its first title in 30 years.
Growing student activism on gun violence presses lawmakers to act
In the wake of the Florida shooting that left 17 dead, among 34 shootings so far this year, students are raising a groundswell to push legislative action. Leaders including Sen. Patrick Toomey and others are debating options.
‘Life changing’ show on Jesus’ death, resurrection coming to area
St. John Bosco Church in Hatboro will host the Broadway-quality musical "The Cross and the Light" for six shows March 8-10. The producer, a Catholic convert, was an atheist until she made a deal with God -- and did he ever deliver.
South Sudanese leaders don’t know how to make peace, say Catholic bishops
On the day Pope Francis designated for global prayers for peace in South Sudan and Congo, Catholic bishops in South Sudan said their leaders needed help to discern how to "beat their swords into plowshares."
Prayer for peace in Congo, South Sudan a call to action, cardinal says
In an article for L'Osservatore Romano, the Vatican newspaper, Cardinal Peter Turkson, prefect of the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development, said leaders have "the duty of securing a peaceful life for their fellow citizens."