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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.
Parishes hear guidance to welcome faithful back to Mass
More than 3,000 people joined a May 27 webinar of the Philadelphia Archdiocese to learn of health precautions, church occupancy and liturgical norms as parishes resume public Masses next week.
Pentecost vigil celebrations set for Saturday night
The Catholic Charismatic Renewal is sponsoring a virtual celebration of the gift of the Holy Spirit on Saturday, May 30, with a streaming conference and Mass.
Faith leaders call for ‘Day of Mourning and Lament’ for victims of virus
Catholic sisters will join over 100 national faith leaders from Christian, Jewish and Muslim traditions for prayers June 1 for those who have died from COVID-19.