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Police follow Jesus in seeking to serve others, says pope
Pope Francis praised the police profession to defend public order and democracy, which contrast with organized crime and terrorism.
Greenbacks and the green economy: Ecology is good business
Consumers want products that are environmentally friendly, and businesses that are not on board are already starting to feel the pinch, said the CEO of the multinational Unilever.
Catholics invited to pray for world’s sailors
The national day of prayer for mariners is today, May 22. The Apostleship of the Sea, a national ministry for sailors and port workers, has a presence in Philadelphia.
Father Henry Graf, retired St. Isidore’s pastor, dies at 92
The priest was the last survivor of a foursome of priest friends who avidly played golf, which was his favorite hobby. In retirement he assisted at area parishes.
Today’s teaching on the family
See the daily excerpt from the preparatory catechesis for the 2015 World Meeting of Families, “Love is Our Mission: The Family Fully Alive.”
U.S. Islamic leader praises Vatican II tome on religious dialogue
During the "humble beginnings" of Islamic life in the U.S. in the 1960s, the "Catholic Church acted as a big brother" by understanding a religious minority, said a Muslim scholar.
Syrian Christian towns recaptured as Islamic State gains land
ISIS militants withdrew from some Christian areas in Northeast Syria even as they took control of half the country, plus Ramadi in Iraq, this month.
Church will respect death sentence for ex-Egyptian president
The sentence for former President Mohammed Morsi and dozens of others won't affect Catholic-Muslim relations in Egypt, said one priest.
$.5 million matching gift helps Catholic schools
Faith in the Future Foundation will launch a day-long fund drive Wednesday, May 27 to bolster a $500,000 gift from an anonymous donor.
Today’s teaching on the family
See the daily excerpt from the preparatory catechesis for the 2015 World Meeting of Families, “Love is Our Mission: The Family Fully Alive.”