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Pope calls for teaching youth to be active citizens
The pope's remarks came in his address Dec. 9 to members of the "A Chance in Life" foundation, which helps at-risk youth in many countries.
Catholic NGOs can boost efforts with formation, pope says
Pope Francis encouraged Catholic-inspired service, justice, development and volunteer organizations to promote the adequate formation of their members, to use creativity when resources are lacking and coordinate joint efforts with others.
After second abuse allegation, priest found unsuitable for ministry
Msgr. Joseph Logrip, 74, had been cleared of an allegation of child sexual abuse in 2011 but he was permanently suspended Dec. 8 after another more recent allegation was found to be credible.
Immaculate Conception is feast of hope for sinners, pope says
The pope joined thousands of people near the Spanish Steps in central Rome to pay homage to the Immaculate Conception at a Marian statue atop a tall column.
Florida bishop calls mass shooting at naval station ‘truly heartbreaking’
UPDATED - Three people were shot dead and many others were injured in the shooting and the suspected gunman was a trainee with the Saudi Air Force, according to Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Salvadoran bishop: Without justice, it’s hard to heal
When Salvadoran Bishop Oswaldo Escobar Aguilar talks about healing from crimes committed during El Salvador's civil war, he's not merely offering anecdotes.
Catholics pledge to have Masses said in support of Sheen beatification
Organizers of the effort hope to have "a million" Masses celebrated Dec. 9, the 40th anniversary of the prelate's death.
Advocates for poor expect new SNAP rule will boost hunger nationwide
The U.S. Department of Agriculture rule that affects able-bodied adults without dependents does not take into consideration regional differences in the economy, the lack of state job training programs and the real-life circumstances of people struggling to make ends meet.
Christmas tree’s red lights, bows call attention to Christian persecution
This year the Diocese of Brooklyn's Christmas tree was bedecked with 17,000 red lights and 2,500 red bows to draw attention to the ongoing persecution and martyrdom of Christians around the world.
Santa makes lunch stop in NE Philly
The Claus couple delighted some 30 clients of archdiocesan Catholic Social Services with a Dec. 6 appearance at a Christmas party for busy parents and their kids.