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Bishop disappointed with change in U.S. policy to Cuban refugees
"Effective immediately, Cuban nationals who attempt to enter the United States illegally and do not qualify for humanitarian relief will be subject to removal, consistent with U.S. law and enforcement priorities. By taking this step, we are treating Cuban migrants the same way we treat migrants from other countries."
Mass honors years of service by 236 religious educators in archdiocese
Archbishop Charles Chaput celebrated Mass Jan. 14 at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul for parish directors of religious education and volunteer catechists, all of whom enjoy teaching the faith to the young.
Parish leaders invited to workshop for 21st century communications
Anyone in parish ministry seeking to communicate more effectively with their parishioners, beyond using the weekly bulletin, is invited to a half-day workshop on Friday, Feb. 10 at St. Charles Seminary.
New embassy a sign of pope’s love for Palestine, Abbas says
Pope Francis and Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas discussed the contribution of Catholics in Palestine, and of protection of holy sites “for believers of all three of the Abrahamic religions.”
Catholics seek common ground with Trump administration
Five panelists addressed the role the Catholic faith can play as the country gets ready for the incoming Trump administration. Some speakers expressed optimism, others apprehension.
Archbishop Chaput announces clergy assignment changes
New appointments for four priests of the Philadelphia Archdiocese were announced Jan. 13.
Catholic League basketball scoreboard
See the current standings for the 14 boys' teams and 12 girls' teams in the league, plus a schedule of upcoming games starting this weekend.
U.S. doctors, nurses treat Syrian refugees for free in Jordan
Badly needed surgeries and other medical treatments are given free of charge to thousands of Syrians who have fled their country's six-year war. While technology is key to treatment, so too is "prayer to the healing process."
Bishops of Malta issue norms for ministry to divorced, civilly remarried
Under certain circumstances, after long prayer and with "an informed and enlightened conscience," some divorced and civilly remarried Catholics may return to the sacraments, said the bishops of Malta.
Bishops still have hope Congress will pass immigration reform
Despite apprehension over policies that could be enacted by Congress acting in accord with a Republican president in Donald Trump, the bishops see "a new moment" in which to "move very carefully" on reform.