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Sisters of St. Joseph celebrate 50 years of human rights advocacy
The theme for this year's conference was, "Our Emerging Story of Being ONE … God's Love Unfolding," reflecting the sisters' charism: to love God and to love their "dear neighbor."
California Catholic bishops back initiative to abolish death penalty
SAN FRANCISCO (CNS) — The California Catholic bishops announced their support July 14 for Proposition 62, a voter initiative on the November ballot that would repeal the death penalty. The bishops timed their statement to coincide with the launch of the “Yes on 62” campaign that took place at a Los Angeles news conference. Speakers […]
Commercials with inviting message about Catholic Church hit movie screens
As of July 15, the Archdiocese of New Orleans is sponsoring a 15-second, pre-movie commercial that invites people to think positively about the "fellowship, purpose and service" offered by the local Catholic Church.
Nuncio to U.N.: Create Palestinian state, use faith-based diplomacy
Archbishop Auza called for the full implementation of the U.N. General Assembly's Resolution 181, which called for the creation of a Palestinian state almost 70 years ago and has not been fulfilled.
Canadian marketer: Laypeople must step up to help church evangelize
The church -- from individual parishes to the Vatican -- needs to collaborate with highly skilled specialists if it wants to get serious about evangelization.
Puerto Rico priest sentenced to prison for felony in sexual abuse case
A former priest from the Diocese of Mayaguez who originally faced two felony charges of improper sexual behavior was sentenced on one of those charges July 14.
At Mass and memorials, Dallas says goodbye to fallen police officers
At a Mass and at memorials in megachurches, family, friends and police officers from around the country thanked and said goodbye to five Dallas police officers killed by a gunman targeting police officers.
Pope prays for grieving families following terror attack in France
Remembering the victims of the tragic terrorist attack in Nice, France, Pope Francis prayed that God may give comfort to grieving families and foil the plans of those who wish to harm others.
Talking up the good news of Catholic education
Catholic education head Christopher Mominey points to initiatives in science, scholarships and new leaders to describe the healthy Catholic school system in the Philadelphia Archdiocese. But from faith formation to finances, it's not without challenges.
Castile funeral at St. Paul cathedral sign of mercy for family, mourners
The Cathedral of St. Paul in St. Paul was filled with mourners July 14 for the funeral of Philando Castile, a 32-year-old black man who was fatally shot by a police officer during a traffic stop in Falcon Heights July 6.