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Even with payouts for abuse victims, archdiocese’s finances improve
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia saw a core operating surplus of $2.8 million in 2019, up from the nadir of a $17.6 million deficit in 2012. To date, more than $43 million has been paid to victims of clergy sexual abuse.
No spring sports but plenty of positivity among athletes
With the trauma of school activities canceled because of coronavirus comes an opportunity for athletes and coaches of the Philadelphia Catholic League to provide their insights on some benefits from the pandemic.
Catholic experts advise on coping with anxiety of pandemic
COVID-19 is presenting emotional and mental challenges, plus physical health issues. Catholic psychologists and a Philadelphia priest are providing insights, resources and positive ways to cope.
On Mother’s Day, ministry reminds infertile women they’re not alone
Springs in the Desert, which provides emotional and spiritual support for those unable to bear children, will host a free virtual retreat May 8-10 to offer hope and healing for an issue that affects some 7.3 million Americans.
Beloved nun, educator loses battle with COVID-19
IHM Sister Irene Loretta Cassady, vice principal of St. Matthew Parish School in Northeast Philadelphia, died on May 7 knowing that "God has a plan for us all," even during a time of pandemic.
Archdiocese releases financial statements
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia released audited financial statements May 5 for the 2018-2019 fiscal year for several offices and entities.
On anniversary of Nazi surrender, German Catholics’ suffering recalled
When Germany surrendered to Allied Forces May 7, 1945, Catholics saw a nation and their church shattered, even if some of its members were complicit in the Nazi regime. Its martyrs are remembered today.
Minnesota bishop assembles priest team for anointing COVID-19 patients
With local hospitals tightening restrictions for visiting patients with COVID-19, a team of 30 young priests volunteered to pull back from parish ministry to anoint the critically ill.
Public allowed, with restrictions, for Mass in Italy starting mid-May
In an effort to avoid spreading the coronavirus, restrictions will be in force, such as wearing facial masks inside the church, social distancing between individuals and no choir being present.
Our Lady of America apparitions not supernatural, bishops say
A group of U.S. bishops, led by Bishop Kevin Rhoades, concerned the alleged apparitions of Mary to a religious sister in the Midwest reported between 1956 and 1959.