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House members urge Biden to restore Hyde Amendment to budget proposals
In a July 1 letter, more than 170 members called the lack of the amendment "an affront to the majority of Americans who do not want their tax dollars funding abortion on demand," a stance the president himself once took.
Vatican indicts Cardinal Becciu, former officials involved in London deal
The unprecedented move was announced July 3 after a failed property investment led to charges of embezzlement, money laundering and abuse of office. The trial is expected to begin July 27.
Junior’s leadership helps Carroll capture state lacrosse title
Kiley Mottice rallied her teammates after a halftime deficit in the PIAA Class 2A championship game, and they responded with 12 goals for a 14-6 win over Strath Haven.
Faith leaders call for reforms ensuring workers’ right to unionize
A group of 400 advocates seeks passage of a bill currently in Congress that would be the most significant overhaul of labor law in decades. A priest organizer said the bill is "consistent with the teaching of the church."
Bishops support investigation of former U.S. residential schools
The United States will investigate former boarding schools, many federally funded and church run, to search for graves of Native American children, and the U.S. bishops will "look for ways to be of assistance."
Pope seeks local events during World Meeting of Families 2022
In past gatherings, participation was "unknown to the majority of families." But Pope Francis cited "an opportunity provided by providence" for a worldwide event so families in every diocese can participate.
Vatican, medical associations look at ways to promote vaccination
Despite the "great achievement" of vaccines, the world is facing the dual challenges of giving everyone access to them and overcoming "vaccine hesitancy," said church and medical leaders.
Through faith and science, people come closer to truth, pope says
When scientists share their data and dialogue with experts in other fields, including religion, they contribute to the search for a holistic truth that promotes the common good, Pope Francis said at an international conference.
Social media’s effect on church life examined in Notre Dame panel
Church leaders from nine U.S. dioceses began a program to study how digital technology is affecting relationships and communities during the "dramatic cultural shifts" of recent decades.
Seniors return to ‘second home’ at archdiocesan centers
After more than a year of COVID restrictions, doors reopened this week at five Catholic Housing and Community Services hubs for older adults, dispelling isolation and bringing hope.