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Bishops urge Congress to be in ‘radical solidarity’ with mothers, children
The measures proposed by the chairmen of four U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops' committees detail a "vision for an authentically life-affirming society."
Catholic Charities’ agencies continue to help Florida’s hurricane victims
Catholic Charities Diocese of Venice has set up several drive-thru emergency supply distribution sites throughout the affected areas.
Synod reports show enthusiasm for mission, but also identify obstacles
The reports sent to the Vatican from local and national listening sessions show "a deep, deep hunger for a new confidence in the church, a confidence in its ability to proclaim the Gospel to a world so deeply in need."
Bishop of Trenton, N.J., issues catechetical series on the Eucharist
Trenton Bishop David M. O'Connell has written a new catechetical series on the Eucharist as a resource for the eucharistic revival taking place in the U.S. over the next three years.
Deacon Dominic A. Garritano dies at 76
Deacon Dominic A. Garritano, age 76, died at home on Monday morning, October 24, 2022.
Buffalo Diocese, N.Y. attorney general settle lawsuit over sexual abuse
The Diocese of Buffalo and the New York attorney general's office have reached a settlement in a 2020 civil lawsuit filed by the state regarding the diocese's handling of clergy sexual abuse allegations.
Catholic Charities celebrates home rebuilding after Kentucky tornadoes
Catholic Charities looks forward to rebuilding more homes as they continue serving hundreds of clients who were affected by the tornadoes.
Annual Mass celebrates Black Catholics
Archbishop Nelson Pérez will join clergy and faithful Nov. 6 to honor St. Martin de Porres, and the rich heritage of Black Catholics in the life of the church.
Cries for peace can’t be ignored, pope says at interreligious meeting
Pope Francis told the crowd, which included other Christians as well as Jews, Muslims, Hindus, Sikhs and Buddhists: "Peace is at the heart of the religions, their sacred writings and their teaching."
Pope names pastor in New Orleans as auxiliary bishop of Atlanta
Pope Francis has appointed Father John-Nhan Tran, a priest in the Archdiocese of New Orleans and pastor of Mary Queen of Peace in Mandeville, Louisiana, as auxiliary bishop of Atlanta.