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Pandemic an opportunity for service to others, pope says
Despite isolation and economic uncertainty caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, Christians are called by God to take part in the church's mission in the world, Pope Francis said.
Supreme Court declines to lift restrictions on congregation size
A California church had argued that the state's reopening orders violated the Constitution by placing fewer restrictions on businesses than on houses of worship.
Task force works to re-envision youth ministry in archdiocese
Local and national leaders in ministry to young people will propose a new vision for the Office for Youth and Young Adults, also known as Anthem, to Archbishop Nelson Perez by Aug. 1.
Ministry continues in areas engulfed in city’s riots
As civil unrest spread in the wake of the George Floyd killing, several clergy and religious found themselves close to the weekend's violence that represents "a deeply spiritual matter."
Killing of Floyd is ‘sin that cries out to heaven for justice’
The president of the U.S. bishops said recent nationwide protests reflect "justified frustration and anger" of millions of Americans, but the violence "is self-destructive and self-defeating. Nothing is gained by violence and so much is lost."
Pope on building future: Something new, or much worse than today
As pain and anger fueled riots across the U.S., Pope Francis called on priests "to accompany, heal and dress the wounds of our people" with boldness, and "not to be afraid to face reality."
Black Catholic bishop decries ‘loss of life due to racism’
Saying racism is "not a political issue, it's a human issue," Louisiana Bishop Shelton Fabre commented on the killing of George Floyd and protests over his death. "Racism is a danger. Racism is still with us."
Racism seen ‘at heart’ of man’s death at hands of Minneapolis police
The Catholic peace organization Pax Christi USA said it stands "in solidarity with our siblings in Minneapolis who are protesting white supremacy" in the killing of George Floyd and is "working to dismantle systemic racism in all its forms."
Bishops ‘sickened’ by Floyd’s death, say racism ‘real and present danger’
Late Friday, May 29, seven key bishops including Archbishop Nelson Perez issued a statement saying they were "outraged to watch another video of an African American man being killed before our very eyes."
Archbishop Perez leads online Hispanic youth retreat
Sponsored by the archdiocesan Office for Hispanic Catholics, the May 30 Facebook Live event will also feature Lucia and Ricardo Luzondo of EWTN and Philadelphia Auxiliary Bishop Edward Deliman.