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Pope declares St. Irenaeus a doctor of the church
Pope Francis said the second-century theologian is a "doctor of unity" who serves as "a spiritual and theological bridge between Eastern and Western Christians."
Most Americans support limiting abortion, poll shows
A new Knights of Columbus/Marist Poll shows that 71% of Americans support legal limits on abortion and 54% of Americans oppose taxpayer funding of abortion.
Dr. King a ‘prophetic icon’ of love as ‘vaccine to racism,’ says archbishop
The slain civil rights leader opened himself to "God's boldness" in turning hearts from hatred, said Archbishop Nelson Pérez at a Jan. 19 interfaith prayer service honoring King's legacy.
Court case marks political crossroads for pro-life movement, panelists say
If the Supreme Court upholds Mississippi's abortion ban, the movement may veer away from partisan politics, specifically from pro-Trump Republican politicians, concluded some observers.
Lebanese archbishop: ‘We cannot ignore the hunger of the people’
Lebanon's financial meltdown is the worst worldwide since the 1850s, with nearly 80% of the population living in poverty. A $40 box of food aid equals three months' salary.
Ireland adds St. Brigid’s feast day as national holiday
The Irish government has added a new public holiday to the national calendar to honor the country's female patron, St. Brigid of Kildare.
Munich abuse report incriminates retired pope
A German law firm's report accuses retired Pope Benedict XVI of misconduct in handling sex abuse cases in his archdiocese from 1977 to 1982. The Vatican vowed to study the report.
China region hosting Olympics has history of Catholic persecution
A resort town and venue for skiing events during the upcoming Winter Olympics has seen the massacre and torture of Catholics from the 18th century even up to 2011.
Grace, humility and listening key to Christian unity, say local experts
The international Week of Prayer for Christian Unity (Jan. 18-25) reminds believers in Christ that despite real differences, "they have a lot more in common."
Scholar-athletes announced in archdiocese
More than 1,200 students of the 15 high schools of the Philadelphia Archdiocese earned first or second academic honors while competing in sports programs last fall.