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Religious leaders, advocates call ruling on deferred deportation unjust
The Nov. 9 ruling by the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans upheld a Texas-based federal judge's injunction against President Barack Obama's executive order to protect from deportation immigrants who came to the U.S. as children or the immigrant parents of children are U.S. citizens or legal residents of this country.
Archdiocesan finances inching closer to the black
Just-released audited financial statements issued by the Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s Office for Financial Services for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2015 show continued improvement, with the deficit of $17 million three years ago down to around $700,000.
Laity are disciples, not ‘second-class members’ of church, pope says
In his message, the pope said that the Second Vatican Council did not just highlight the importance of the laity in the church, but defined their role as a vocation.
Pope Francis: Eucharist nourishes those hungry for love, mercy
"This hunger can be satiated only by the bread that comes from above. Jesus himself is the living bread that gives life to the world," the pope said in a message to participants of the National Eucharistic Congress in Mumbai, India, Nov. 12-15.
Ex-Irish president says she’s devoted to Catholicism despite dissents
In an exclusive interview with The Irish Catholic newspaper, her first major interview since she stepped down as president almost four years ago, she also praised Pope Francis for what she sees as "welcoming debate and allowing the church to breathe."
Mexican foreign minister confirms pope to visit capital, three states
"The details will be known in December," she said Nov. 11, acknowledging where the pope will travel early next year. Spokesmen for dioceses in the three states and Mexico City confirmed details when contacted by Catholic New Service.
Hispanic families enjoy day of fun and prayer at St. Charles Seminary
With music, games, food and more, the day was more enjoyment than discernment. But organizers hope the event for 150 families will demystify the idea of a priestly vocation for young Latino men.
Layman sees Vatican finance reforms being model for dioceses worldwide
Joseph F. X. Zahra, the council's deputy coordinator, said his group identified dioceses that exercise good financial management, operate in "an open, transparent manner" and have "the right controls in place to avoid misuse of funds."
Church still stands ready to offer help to abuse victims, says bishop
"Victims of abuse have helped us see the errors of the past," Bishop Burns said in a Nov. 10 telephone interview from Juneau with Catholic News Service. "It's important that we assist them in the healing process."
Polish dioceses get ready to welcome pilgrims before World Youth Day
Days in the Diocese invites World Youth Day pilgrims for an immersion experience the week ahead of the international gathering. All of Poland's 42 dioceses, except for the Archdiocese of Krakow, will host pilgrims days before World Youth Day kicks off in Krakow July 25.