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Texas cardinal, L.A. archbishop elected USCCB president, vice president
Cardinal Daniel N. DiNardo of Galveston-Houston was elected president of the U.S. bishops' conference Nov. 15 for a three-year term to begin at the conclusion of the bishops' annual fall general assembly in Baltimore.
Concerns about common good, immigrants among topics at USCCB assembly
The victory of Republican President-elect Donald Trump, the need for the nation to heal from the acrimony of the presidential race, and concern for the well-being of immigrants and refugees under the new administration took the spotlight as the U.S. bishops opened their fall general assembly in Baltimore.
Time of mercy: Holy doors close, but mission of mercy continues
For Pope Francis, the idea always was that the celebration of God's mercy would be local: have people experience God's love in their parishes and send them out into the world to commit random acts of mercy.
New cardinals, old traditions at play for Nov. 19 consistory
The most serious responsibility that cardinals have is the solemn obligation to gather in a conclave to elect a new pope. That right is reserved to cardinals under the age of 80.
Archbishop calls for bishops’ racism statement given election tension
UPDATED - Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory of Atlanta said communities that were disrupted by violence and riots after the police shootings, prompting a calling for healing from the church, are now seeing recent and highly public reactions to tensions brought about by the election results.
Religious liberty key part of church ministry, chairman tells fellow bishops
All U.S. bishops are required to speak out for religious freedom for all people of faith whose beliefs are compromised, said Archbishop William E. Lori of Baltimore.
Much-loved priest’s last public act was celebrating Mass
Father Engelbert Michel, 77, died after celebrating a funeral Mass at St. Christopher Church where he was senior priest. Having led two parishes as pastor, he was fluent in English, German and Spanish.
As Trump talks deportation, bishop sends message on immigrants’ dignity
Bishop Elizondo asked for the protection of the family unit, as "the cornerstone of society," and asked that the new administration recognize the contributions of refugees and immigrants "to the overall prosperity and well-being of our nation."
Veterans cook up new careers with help of Catholic Charities cafe
For a select number of young adult refugees and a growing number of veterans, The Refuge has served as a solid steppingstone to meaningful employment.
Pope: Christians persevere in times of trouble, ignore doomsayers
People who follow Christ do not listen to "prophets of doom," silly horoscopes or sermons that frighten and divide people, Pope Francis said.