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Catholics responding as sex abuse lawsuit bill begins path in Senate
The Pennsylvania bill that would allow civil lawsuits on past child sexual abuse enters an important new phase on Monday as the Senate Judiciary Committee begins hearings. Catholics have been contacting their senators on the matter.
Archbishop Gomez calls law allowing physician-assisted suicide ‘unjust’
With California now allowing doctors to prescribe lethal medications for terminally ill patients who ask for them, "we are crossing a line," said the archbishop of Los Angeles.
Clergy assignment changes announced
Archbishop Charles Chaput announced five appointments for priests in the Philadelphia Archdiocese June 10.
‘The Greatest’ got his start working at a Louisville Catholic college
It may seem improbable that the late boxing legend Muhammad Ali, a devout Muslim, would be closely connected with a Catholic religious order.
Night out for a Phillies’ game next week helps those in need
Ticket sales for the Phillies vs. Toronto Blue Jays game June 16 will benefit the annual Catholic Charities Appeal and its work to support 180 local church ministries. See our special link to purchase tickets.
Foundation named for St. Padre Pio honors actor, former ambassador
The St. Pio Award is presented to individuals who exemplify the St. Pio Foundation's mission, which is to provide service to "those in need of relief from suffering."
Pope: Euthanasia is triumph of selfishness, not act of compassion
In a culture that is increasingly "technological and individualistic," some tend to "hide behind alleged compassion to justify killing a patient," the pope said.
Pope elevates memorial of St. Mary Magdalene to feast day
"Pope Francis has taken this decision precisely in the context of the Jubilee of Mercy to highlight the relevance of this woman who showed great love for Christ and was much loved by Christ."
CatholicPhilly.com wins six national awards for Catholic journalism
The Catholic Press Association of the United States and Canada honored the archdiocese's news website for its coverage of the World Meeting of Families and the papal visit, plus other awards.
U.S. military archbishop leads pilgrimage to Dachau Concentration Camp
Those involved in the pilgrimage included active-duty U.S. servicemen and women and their families, members of the Military Council of Catholic Women, the Knights of Columbus, and the Archdiocese for the Military Services.