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Clergy changes noted in archdiocese
Archbishop Charles Chaput announced assignment changes for three priests Sept. 12.
USCCB urges HHS compromise on contraceptive mandate case
A Sept. 9 letter from USCCB officials to the Department of Health and Human Services stressed that a compromise could effectively be reached in the Affordable Care Act's contraceptive requirement.
Papal commission steps up work to educate church about abuse
Members of the pope's commission for child protection, including an abuse survivor, have been speaking with new bishops and major Vatican offices as part of a mandate to develop and educate the church about best practices.
The Red and the Blue: Catholic League football realigns for fairness’s sake
In our team-by-team Catholic League preview, coaches from smaller-enrollment Catholic schools anticipate a better chance to compete. And for the first time since 1961, champions will be determined by regular season records.
Rosary and prayer service set for 9/11 in Wayne
To celebrate the Nativity of Mary and honor and remember the victims of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, all are welcome to participate in a rosary and prayer service at St. Katherine of Siena Church this Sunday.
Pope John Paul II girls soccer squad blanks Pottstown, 8-0
Junior forward and co-captain Kayla Mesaros finished a memorable day by scoring six goals. She and her teammates also chipped in assists and got shut-out goal keeping by a junior-freshman combo.
Pope: Evangelize with mercy; people will ask what drives you
True evangelization is about one's approach, a "style" of freely and humbly accompanying those in need and helping people grow in their journey of faith, the pope said.
Five U.S. Paralympic swimmers train at Loyola University Maryland
Although Paralympic practices are adjusted to each athlete's ability, there are few visible differences between them and a standard college swimming practice.
Iconographer’s curiosity about God led to growing her faith through art
Colette Kalvesmaki is trained in the ancient art of iconography, combining her knowledge of theology and her love of art to pass down stories of inspiration to future generations.
Focus of papal trip to Sweden is prayer, commemorations with Lutherans
From the beginning, the trip was designed around Pope Francis' participation in events marking the beginning of a yearlong commemoration of the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation.