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Bishops in eastern Congo urge more protection, back day of strikes

Catholic bishops in eastern Congo urged better government protection for local communities, which staged a day of strikes for victims of recent violence.

W.Va. bishop meets Vatican official to discuss predecessor’s amends

Tasked with finding ways his predecessor should make amends for abuses, including gross financial misconduct, Bishop Mark E. Brennan of Wheeling-Charleston, West Virginia, was able to meet with a top Vatican official to discuss those plans.

American Catholic Historical Society sets annual Christmas Social

Welcome the Christmas season with beverages, dinner, dessert and communally sung Christmas carols at the society's house on Fourth Street in Philadelphia on Dec. 13.

Christmas Tree Blessing

Join our CCD Program for a Tree Blessing and prayer service.

First Saturday Rosary Walk with St. Patrick’s Parish

All are invited to join the Dominican Friars at St. Patrick's in their monthly rosary walk around Rittenhouse Square.

Shareholder advocates alarmed that SEC proposal would limit their voice

Proposals from the Securities and Exchange Commission would change how small shareholders of corporate stock, such as religious congregations, advocate for human dignity and a safer planet.

Pope, council of cardinals discuss greater role for lay men and women

Pope Francis and his international Council of Cardinals reviewed aspects of the draft of the apostolic constitution that would govern the Roman Curia, including a greater role for lay men and women.

Church must help military families face unique challenges, archbishop says

The brutal reality of war is just one of the challenges the Catholic Church is called to help members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families cope with, said Archbishop Timothy P. Broglio of the U.S. Archdiocese for the Military Services.

Top Catholic leaders in Hong Kong have backed street protesters

Catholic leaders in Hong Kong have widely supported nearly seven months of anti-government protests, except when they turned violent.

Pope demands action for failing fight against climate change

Despite growing recognition of climate change as a legitimate and looming threat, current commitments to mitigate its effects and alter human behavior fall short of those needed to resolve the crisis in time, Pope Francis said.