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7 boys + 9 girls = one (huge) happy family
What is it like to be raised in a family of 16 children, and what does it take to parent 16? That is the topic of a book by local professor Stephen Gambescia, who has vivid memories of a faith-filled but highly organized family life.
Bill Peffley, Catholic Shop owner and Legion of Mary leader, dies at 87
William C. “Bill” Peffley Jr. owned, along with his wife Mary, a prosperous Catholic goods store in Norristown. A friend of Legion of Mary founder Frank Duff, Peffley led the Legions Philadelphia chapter for many years.
New gender policy won’t affect Catholic Scouting units, says committee
Scouting serves the Catholic Church through the charter concept. The BSA has stipulated that religious partners will continue to have the right to make decisions for their units based on their religious beliefs.
Utah march shows support for refugees, immigrants, celebrates diversity
UPDATED - What started with hundreds of people gathering in downtown Salt Lake transformed into thousands of people marching to the Utah Capitol in support of refugees and immigrants in the country.
Bishop Lohmuller laid to rest in cathedral beside Cardinal Krol
At the Feb. 1 funeral Mass for Auxiliary Bishop Martin Lohmuller, who was buried in the cathedral crypt, many family members and friends recalled their fond memories of his good faith and long ministry.
Migrants staying put in Mexico, abandoning efforts to reach U.S.
An increasing number of migrants are thinking about Mexico as a more appealing option because of U.S. restrictions on refugee resettlement. For the migrants, it's more about finding somewhere safe.
God loves all his children, even the ‘homely,’ pope says at Mass
The Book of Genesis makes clear that God gave human beings three great gifts: their identity as children of God, their role as protectors and custodians of creation and the call to love, Pope Francis said.
Money, pride make people ignore God’s word, neglect others, pope says
"The word of God helps us to open our eyes to welcome and love life, especially when it is weak and vulnerable," Pope Francis wrote.
After SNAP president resigns, new generation of leadership eyed
"SNAP is full of vibrant leaders," said Joelle Casteix, the organization's Western regional director. She said the resignation Feb. 3 of Barbara Blaine, who founded SNAP and served as its president for 29 years, was not totally unexpected.
Clergy differ on bill to repeal the Johnson Amendment
Republicans are set to repeal the provision of the tax code that bans churches from endorsing political candidates or risk losing their tax-exempt status. Some clergy support repeal while others point out potential hazards to ministry.