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State Catholic conferences support bills to restrict abortion
Twelve states already have "trigger ban" measures in place that would ban abortions if Roe is overturned, and four more states are considering them. Catholics are urged to advocate for them.
German synod opens with calls for change, but some object
In the third of five assemblies of the Synodal Path, organized to revitalize the church and restore trust, delegates in the first day adopted texts that many hope will bring change and democracy to the church.
Tributes recall New York officer’s dedication, love of life
In emotional remarks at St. Patrick's Cathedral, the sister of slain Officer Wilbert Mora recalled her brother and his late partner, Officer Jason Rivera, but also decried the "violence and crime" taking the lives of police.
St. Hubert students create video for national broadcast
The Bambies shared their love for Catholic education, sports, tater tots and groundhogs in a 60-second clip that aired Feb. 2 on CatholicTV's flagship show, "This Is The Day."
Now or never: People must overcome challenges together, pope says
The time has come to build a culture of peace, fraternity, sustainable development and solidarity, Pope Francis said. "Either we are brothers and sisters or everything falls apart."
Most Americans want path to U.S. citizenship for migrants
While 44% of Americans surveyed by the Public Religion Research Institute said immigration was a "critical issue" in the U.S., 62% wanted a way for the undocumented to become citizens.
European cardinal says church teaching on gays ‘no longer correct’
Cardinal Jean-Claude Hollerich of Luxembourg said he believes the current church teaching on homosexuality is wrong and not based in science. "I think it is time for a fundamental revision of the doctrine," he said.
Xavier U among Black colleges receiving bomb threats
The Louisiana university founded by St. Katharine Drexel held classes virtually Feb. 1 after it and 12 other historically Black colleges and universities were threatened. It was Xavier's second bomb threat in less than a month.
Eagles launch girls’ flag football league, including Catholic teams
The five archdiocesan high schools among 15 teams in the new league include St. Hubert’s, West Catholic, Archbishop Ryan, Lansdale Catholic and Archbishop Wood. The regular season begins in the spring with an eight-game schedule.
Men’s conference coming to Immaculata U March 19
For the 14th year, Man Up Philly invites all men – husbands, fathers, sons, brothers, friends – to join their brothers in Christ for a day of faith and fellowship featuring speakers, music and the sacraments, including Mass led by Archbishop Perez.