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Catholic police chief helped Camden disband its force, reduce crime
Amid nationwide calls for a defunding of police, Scott Thomson seven years ago helped disband the Camden, N.J. police department, bearing positive results today.
With new claims against composer, archdiocese restricts concerts
The Minneapolis Archdiocese restricted events by Catholic hymn composer David Haas over allegations of inappropriate conduct with young women in the 1980s.
Survey of bishops reveals how pandemic has shaken diocesan, parish life
From finances to sacramental life to social outreach to worker morale, the effects of the coronavirus pandemic are widespread, but the long-term effects are unknown.
July 16 virtual pilgrimage to Lourdes to affirm prayer against COVID-19
The 15-hour virtual event will honor those who have wished to visit the site of the 1858 apparitions of Mary "in a great affirmation of the power of prayer."
Young adults seeking leadership roles in church
Panelists on a National Black Catholic Congress webinar felt the church often undervalues the perspectives of young adults while catering to the older generation.
Faith blossoms among the flowers at Montco parish
Across a 37-acre campus, parishioners at St. Helena in Blue Bell have built dozens of shrine gardens, which offer sanctuary and serenity amid a troubled world.
Virtual Renaissance: Online tourism breathes new life in ailing industry
With the pandemic causing a 40% drop in international tourism to Italy, its museums, shrines and other sites are offering online tours and educational resources.
Sanctuaries, shrines Catholics can ‘visit’ virtually in Europe, Mideast
Despite unpredictable travel restrictions, there are a number of important sites people can see online, including Lourdes and five others -- see our links.
Trump’s decision to pull U.S. from WHO ‘deeply regrettable,’ CHA says
Withdrawing from the World Health Organization "is counterproductive" and ensures that the U.S. will have little influence to reform it, said the head of the Catholic Health Association.
Catholic universities oppose new ICE rule for foreign students
The Trump administration rule would prevent international students from remaining in or coming to the U.S. if their colleges use an online format in the fall due to COVID-19.