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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.”
Cardinal: Christians, Muslims ‘still don’t know each other well enough’
Speaking May 19 about Catholic-Muslim relations, Cardinal Tauran added, "Most of the problems we face are problems of ignorance."
Nebraska passes bill to repeal death penalty
The state legislature May 20 passed the measure with enough votes to override Republican Gov. Pete Ricketts' promised veto.
‘Positio’ for Father Peyton’s cause now with Vatican congregation
"We are very pleased to see progress in Father Peyton's cause," said Holy Cross Father Wilfred Raymond. "Many people regularly tell me we need a 'saint for families' and that Father Peyton is the appropriate candidate."
Catholic schools’ office announces leadership changes
The superintendent for the archdiocese's 17 high schools tendered her resignation last week. This week a new superintendent for the 122 elementary schools was named.
Catholic education advocate speaks at Regina Coeli event
The elementary-level Catholic academy in Abington hosted the head of the Cardinal Newman Society, who gave listeners hope for Catholic education in the U.S.
Collection set for Nepal quake relief
Catholics of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia can contribute to a collection in support of victims of the earthquake in Nepal during Masses May 30-31.