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On contraception, church must continue to defend life, cardinal says
Inaugurating a conference anticipating the 50th anniversary of Blessed Paul VI's encyclical "Humanae Vitae," German Cardinal Walter Brandmuller told participants that in ignoring traditional church teaching men and women today have seated themselves "on the throne of the Creator."
Puerto Ricans see link between poverty, hurricane deaths
"To many people we are invisible, even though maybe we are the majority (of the island's population)."
Classical music concert coming to St. Andrew Parish
The Newtown, Bucks County parish will host a Manhattan-based instrumental trio, joined by the baritone vocalist who is also the parish's music director, for a program Friday night, Nov. 3.
Philippine Christian leaders join to help rebuild Muslim-majority city
The historically peaceful city is located on central Mindanao Island, a restive part of the country, which for decades experienced insurgency from Muslim rebel groups seeking autonomy.
Christians have duty to revitalize, change world with hope, pope says
The joyful hope that flows from faith can change the world, which is why Christians have a crucial part to play in revitalizing Europe, Pope Francis said.
Knights CEO praises plan for getting U.S. aid to persecuted Christians
U.S. aid to Christians in the Middle East will no longer go through the U.N., but now directly to "faith-based and private organizations" through a U.S. agency, said Vice President Mike Pence.
Sister Regina Mundi Boell, 63 years in IHM order, dies
The Immaculate Heart of Mary sister died at age 81 in Camilla Hall, Immaculata, where she also ministered in the Apostolate of Prayer and managed the gift shop for many years.
IHM Sister Joan Connell dies; was teacher, school counselor
The former Sister Eugene Mary entered the Immaculate Heart Sisters in 1954 and ministered for 65 years in education. She died at age 85 in Camilla Hall.
Catholic League football champs earn victories a week early
Although the regular season wraps up this weekend, the top teams in the Red and Blue divisions clinched their titles last Friday night. Neumann-Goretti squeaked by O'Hara in the Blue, and the Prep edged La Salle in the Red.
Bach Cantata series continues with concert at St. William Parish
The Northeast Oratorio Society and the Orchestra Society of Philadelphia will perform several J. S. Bach cantatas at a free concert on Nov. 12.