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CDC director OKs indoor worship services for masked, vaccinated
The announcement this week likely did not surprise many Catholics because most parishes in the U.S. have been having in-person indoor Masses since last summer, although with limited attendance.
Family’s faith was bedrock on winding path to priesthood
As Ken Cavara of West Chester approaches ordination this May, he looks back on his journey of traveling, learning and discerning, and forward to the exciting priestly life of being with Catholic parishioners in the sacred space of family life.
Father John Donia named principal of Bishop Shanahan H.S.
Currently the campus minister of the archdiocesan high school in Downingtown, he begins his new role July 1. Longtime Catholic educator Michael McArdle is retiring as principal.
Worlds of difference, but one faith, one family at annual gathering
The annual Cultural Heritage Mass, celebrated April 24 by Archbishop Nelson Pérez, drew participants representing nations across the globe, with all finding a home in the Catholic Church.
Vaccine clinics designed for deaf, hard of hearing communities
The Philadelphia Archdiocese will co-sponsor events on May 1 and May 4 offering first doses of the Pfizer and Moderna jabs, with American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters and select shuttle assistance.
Deaf Catholics applaud Vatican’s sign language service on YouTube channel
The Vatican's new "No One Excluded" project offers interpreters in American Sign Language on a channel dedicated to accessibility for people with communication challenges. Deaf Catholics now have the same access to the pope as a hearing person.
Ukrainian bishop says Russian troops instilling fear in border regions
A Catholic bishop from eastern Ukraine said tensions and fears of invasion remain high. Meanwhile the head of the Ukrainian Catholic Church called on Ukrainians abroad to be "witnesses to truth" about the seven-year conflict.
Pope puts $48 limit on gifts Vatican officials can accept
The cap on personal gifts is part of new laws by Pope Francis intended to prevent corruption. Other provisions include requiring Vatican officials and employees to declare they are not suspected of committing crimes such as money laundering or exploitation of minors.
Ecuadorian bishops dismiss ‘rumors’ after resignation of bishop, coadjutor
The bishop of a diocese in Ecuador resigned at age 75 as required, and his successor resigned "for personal reasons," said the bishop's conference of the country in response to the accusations and "ideological prejudices" of a Spanish lay missionary.
Local priest condemns arrest of Christian nurses in Pakistan
A survivor of persecution himself, Father Tariq Isaac is rallying support for two women accused of blasphemy against Islam, and for thousands like them who receive "no mercy" under the South Asian nation's repressive system.