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No breaking seal of confession for abusers, church insists
The president of the Australian Catholic Bishops' Conference is the latest of the country's senior clerics to oppose legislation that would jail priests for failing to report confessions of child sexual abuse to the police.
U.S. bishops hear pope on pro-life, transgender issues
Protecting human life is the "preeminent priority" and human rights issue, Pope Francis told a group of midwestern bishops. He also discussed other issues including the expected Vatican report on Theodore McCarrick.
Overcome racism that clouds hearts, archbishop urges nation
Citing "disturbing outbreaks of racism and prejudice," the president of the US Catholic bishops raised concern about the rise in anti-Semitic attacks, displays of white nationalism and violence against immigrants.
‘Marxist communism’ returning to Spain, cardinal warns
Prelates asked Catholics to pray as Spain was entering a "grave moment" with a socialist leader in which "democracy is substituted ... by authoritarianism ... incompatible with democracy."
Much success, more to do in protecting trafficking victims
Congress marked the 20th anniversary of a human trafficking law and noted its successes but what also can be done to keep both children and adults safe from others who would exploit them for sex or cheap labor.
President Trump sets rules on prayer in public schools
The administration will require states to report cases where public school students have been denied their right to pray. The Supreme Court has upheld prohibitions on school-sponsored prayer.
‘9 Days for Life’ prayer, action campaign set for Jan. 21-29
Catholics are invited to take part in this year's novena for the protection of human life. Each day's intention is accompanied by a short reflection and suggested actions to help build a culture of life.
St. Laurentius Church sold, ending 6-year dispute
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s role in the drama over the closed church ended with its Jan. 13 sale. How to reuse the ornate 19th century structure for a secular purpose, and possibly preserve it, will be taken up by a new player.
Thousands of area faithful ready to March for Life
Catholics from parishes and schools in the Philadelphia Archdiocese will travel to Washington, D.C. Jan. 24 for the 47th annual pro-life demonstration. See a schedule of events and a list of bus trips.
Give God A Second Thought! – Lent Mission with Paulist Father John E. Collins, CSP
Come let Paulist Father John Collins help you to discover your own personal faith story and learn the importance of taking that story beyond the walls of the church.