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Archdiocese considering big changes to victims’ assistance programs
By John T. GillespieSpecial to the CS&T The Archdiocese of Philadelphia is considering plans to create an independent entity to provide services to victims of sexual abuse by Church personnel. The organization would be funded by the Archdiocese but run separately so that victims, often estranged from the Catholic Church, would not have to deal […]
Misperceptions of abuse problem common, John Jay report says
By David GibsonCatholic News Service WASHINGTON (CNS) – Several commonly held assumptions about clergy sexual abuse of minors are actually misperceptions, according to the report released May 18 on a major study of the causes and context of the problem in the United States. The study, released at the headquarters of the U.S. Conference of […]
St. Basil’s notches come-from-behind win
Catholic Academies LeagueJohn KnebelsSports Columnist With three innings in the book and only four to go, her team was facing a five-run deficit. While not insurmountable, a dubious quest beckoned. Panic? No. Concern? Plenty. “It’s hard not be worried,” said St. Basil’s Academy junior pitcher Sam Gibson. “I mean, you have confidence in your team. […]
Roman student loves serving Jesus
By Lou BaldwinSpecial to The CS&T Approximately 165 teens and adults were honored at a Catholics in Youth Ministry Mass celebrated by Bishop Michael J. Fitzgerald at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul on May 11. The young people represented the future of the Church in Philadelphia, and the adults were those who […]
Vatican panel calls for strong steps on climate
By Carol GlatzCatholic News Service VATICAN CITY (CNS) – Nations and inspaniduals have a duty to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and enact policies that mitigate global warming, said a Vatican-sponsored working group. “The business-as-usual mode will not be possible because of both resource depletion and environmental damages,” the group said in a report released by […]
Charismatic Catholics gather for annual conference
By Marimah BranchSpecial to The CS&T On April 30, the Catholic Charismatic Renewal hosted its 31st annual Philadelphia Catholic Charismatic Conference at Pope John Paul II High School in Royersford. “Faith to Move Mountains,” the conference theme, focused on the Gospel passage from Matthew 17:20 when Jesus speaks about faith the size of a mustard […]
Ordinandi look forward to fulfilling lives as faithful priests
Three deacons to be ordained to the priesthood May 21By Jim GaugerSpecial to The CS&T WYNNEWOOD – The ranks of the priesthood in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia will be increased by three on Saturday, May 21, when Cardinal Justin Rigali ordains Deacons Kenneth C. Brabazon Jr., David M. Friel and Christopher P. Landis at 10 […]
Cristo Rey high school to open in 2012
By Lou BaldwinSpecial to The CS&T A new Cristo Rey (Christ the King) private Catholic high school will open at the closed Our Lady of Hope (formerly Holy Child) School on North Broad Street in September 2012, it was announced last week. A letter of intent has already been signed to lease the school buildings […]
Catholic Charities sets $8 million goal
By John T. GillespieSpecial to the CS & T The Archdiocese of Philadelphia is seeking $8 million from at least 50,000 donors for the 2011 Catholic Charities Appeal, the backbone of the Church’s efforts to meet the needs of others, especially the poor and vulnerable. The theme of this year’s campaign is “Open Your Heart, […]
Sisters rule the diamond at Ryan
Catholic League Girls softball John KnebelsSports Columnist Good athletes face many complicated decisions as they approach the end of their high school career. Among them is whether or not they will continue playing a sport in college. Since many have been involved with their favorite game since they were very young, simply giving up their […]