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With millions deprived of basic needs, Christians must act, pope says
When greed "excludes millions of people from having primary goods ... and unlimited material progress threatens our common home, then we cannot stand by and watch," Pope Francis said.
Survey of German religious orders finds decades of sex abuse
A new survey of heads of German Catholic religious orders found abuse allegations against at least 654 members, affecting more than 1,400 young people.
Vatican, WCC call for interreligious acts of charity, solidarity
Christians must work with members of other religions in responding to "a world wounded" by many sins, said a new document from the Vatican and the World Council of Churches.
Pandemic creates unique challenges for deaf Catholics
In a time when necessary use of face masks makes it hard for deaf people to communicate with the world and add to their isolation, sign language at Mass has been a godsend.
Four days into new post, bishop prepares for Hurricane Laura
After his installation as head of the Beaumont Diocese in southeastern diocese in Texas, Louisiana-born Bishop David Toups hopped in his truck and helped with precautions for the major storm.
Washington Archdiocese restructures central HQ
Amid the economic downturn of the COVID-19 pandemic, the archdiocese will terminate 17 employees, reduce hours for others and cut budgets, including for the archdiocesan media.
German bishops say talks with Rome on parishes must include laity
Germany's bishops plan to meet with the head of a Vatican office about its recent instruction on parish reforms and leadership in the Catholic Church.
Detroit priest’s invalid baptism had ripple effect, archdiocese says
The improper form of the priest's infant baptism means his priestly ordination three years ago also was invalid. Now parishioners to whom he administered the sacraments are being sought.
NGOs complying with ban on U.S. foreign aid for abortion
The top bishop on pro-life activities said the Trump administration "deserves our praise" for ensuring that U.S. funding "promotes health and human rights, and doesn’t undermine them by promoting abortion."
Planned Parenthood drops suit against Indiana abortion law
Ending three years of legal dueling, Planned Parenthood will cease challenging a state law requiring women to undergo an ultrasound at least 18 hours before having an abortion.