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Villanova’s last-second shot thrills faithful, wins national title
The Villanova University men's basketball team captured the NCAA championship with a dramatic three-point shot at the final buzzer to beat North Carolina, 77-74, in Houston. It was the Wildcats' second title since 1985.
Project aims to provide education on church teaching on end-of-life care
As legislative proposals for doctor-prescribed suicide become more prevalent, the Catholic bishops of Iowa have organized a statewide effort to promote an awareness about end-of-life care that is aligned with Catholic teaching.
Catholic institutions support Clean Power Plan
Saying evidence of the human cause of climate change is "undeniable," 30 Catholic and faith-based institutions filed a legal brief urging federal limits on carbon emissions from coal-fired power plants.
Church urges world to face drug abuse and related problems
Around the globe, drug addiction is fueling violence, human trafficking, organized crime and terrorism. The Vatican is joining the U.N. this month to address a problem that continues to morph and pose new threats.
Quotes from Pope Francis on drugs
Pope Francis often speaks against "the scourge of drug trafficking" and its effects. Here are some examples.
Sister of St. Joseph, a longtime teacher, dies at 93
Sister Anna Marie Mack earned master's degrees in music and English and taught in schools in Southeastern Pennsylvania and New Jersey throughout her 70 years of religious life.
Outdoor procession to honor Mary set for May 1
The Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul will host a liturgy followed by the second annual procession. Essays to choose the May Queen are being accepted on the theme, “Who is the Mary in Your Life?”
Homily: ‘God was full of surprises when it came to Mother Angelica’
"Hers was a practical spirituality for the man in the pew," Father Wolfe said. I believe that deep down we all want holiness because it is the only thing that is really satisfies us."
French cardinal reiterates promise to cooperate with police on abuse
Police raided the offices of Lyon Cardinal Philippe Barbarin March 30 to search for information related to the case of Father Bernard Preynat, charged with "sexual aggression and rape of minors."
Pope meets head of traditionalist Society of St. Pius X
Although the society is no longer considered to be in schism and the excommunication of its bishops was lifted in 2009, questions remained over whether the sacraments they celebrate are valid and licit.