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U.S. bishops welcome court decision on Catholic schools
The Supreme Court affirmed in a July 8 ruling that California Catholic schools sued for job discrimination for firing teachers had acted within their rights.
With creativity, Pottstown parish handling COVID crisis just fine
At St. Aloysius Parish, weekly offerings were close to normal, virtual Mass attendance was stronger than in-person and the school projects a higher enrollment for the fall.
Court rules in favor of employer exemptions to contraceptive coverage
In a 7-2 ruling July 8, the Supreme Court gave employers greater ability to opt out of providing contraceptive coverage in their health plans.
Archdiocesan seniors earn more than $412 million in scholarships
Graduates of the 17 archdiocesan high schools -- described by Archbishop Nelson Perez as "a smart crowd" -- netted a record-breaking total of financial aid from an array of schools and universities.
Prudence, prayer needed to handle COVID’s financial fallout, says local expert
Whether you're working extra hours or none at all due to the pandemic, now is the time to apply faith to your finances, says business leader and St. Norbert parishioner Guy Ciarrocchi.
Fight against racism reveals ugly Catholic rift, but love remains
As a Black Catholic EWTN host spoke more about racism, contention with her fellow hosts grew on air. But as one filmmaker showed in a film about his Irish and African American parents, the Catholic faith is more than "a bunch of negatives," but a "life of love."
Don’t turn away from suffering on border, urges Sister Norma Pimentel
The sister known for her work with migrants on the U.S.-Mexico border made a public plea for asylum-seekers during the coronavirus pandemic. She also called for an end to the "Remain in Mexico" policy.
As cases of virus spike in Arizona, Tucson bishop suspends public worship
Tucson Bishop Edward J. Weisenburger announced July 1 that state health officials have "strongly recommended" the suspension of public worship and that he agrees the recommendation is a wise course of action.
‘We all must get involved’ during pandemic, say Central American bishops
The bishops urged solidarity to provide health care and protect lives as the COVID-19 pandemic heaps misery and economic shocks on the poorer parts of the hemisphere.
Seniors eat their veggies, fruit thanks to archdiocesan partnership
Some 250 older adults served by Catholic Housing and Community Services recently enjoyed fresh produce boxes from Giordano's Garden Groceries, which stocks Philly's best restaurants.