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Black Catholics urge prayer, change after Floyd killing and riots
The killing of George Floyd and the protests it has sparked require "a new Pentecost, because this is not who we are,” said a Philadelphia priest. Americans must overcome racism and "see each other as fellow human beings."
Church united by Spirit, not personal beliefs, pope says on Pentecost
People who agree "only with those who think as we do," adhere to a faith created in their own image and "not what the Spirit wants," Pope Francis said on Pentecost.
Pandemic calls Christians to ‘change course,’ pope says
Joining an initiative of the Anglican Church, Pope Francis called for investments in "health, employment and the elimination of inequalities and poverty."
Catholics in Twin Cities grappling with Floyd’s death, related rioting
Minnesota parishes at the epicenter of riots that began May 26 began to clean up and consider "what started this in the first place. We can't let the cycle of violence and anger continue endlessly."
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."