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‘Grisly discovery’ of fetal remains at abortionist’s home sparks outrage

UPDATED - The Sept. 13 disclosure that the preserved remains of over 2,200 aborted babies had been found at the home of a recently deceased Indiana abortionist has spurred demands for a full investigation.

Philippine Senate hears proposals to legalize divorce

Senators are unsure about divorce but may be willing to pass a bill allowing for the dissolution of a marriage. The Philippines is the only country besides Vatican City without a legal provision for divorce.

Amman parish helps educate refugees, including in Aramaic, English

As a new school year begins in the Middle East, Jordan -- which hosts the world's second-largest refugee population per capita -- is facing the challenges of providing these youngsters with an education.

Archbishop John Carroll High School Open House

Please join the Archbishop John Carroll High School's Open House this Sunday. We are excited to host you and your child as you walk through Carroll's campus.

Pope John Paul II and his Letter to Artists: 20 Years Later

Please join Dr. Steven Schloeder, Anthony Visco, and others for an evening of discussion and reflection on the Letter to Artists written by Saint John Paul II, its meaning and message 20 years later.

Science Tests Faith- Tim Francis

Experience how several well documented miracles stand up to scientific investigation, and discover what implications these miracles have for you.

Culture of encounter: U.S. Encuentro process blazed a trail

Bishops, delegates and members of the V Encuentro team were in Rome in mid-September to meet the pope and Vatican officials and share with them the results, recommendations and resources that emerged from their national gathering in Texas last year.

Young adults learn about prayer and its obstacle, distraction

Father Carl Gismondi, F.S.S.P., spoke to about 20 members of the Catholic Young Adults of Chester County about the basics of prayer and answered their questions about it during a recent gathering.

Synod to be surrounded by events offering prayer, criticism, support

Before members of the Synod of Bishops for the Amazon began packing their bags for the synod assembly at the Vatican Oct. 6-27, a variety of groups were announcing side events.

Archbishop: Synod should make Canadians consider their roles in Amazon

Many of the themes for the upcoming Synod of Bishops for the Amazon relate directly to Canada in terms of respecting the natural environment and native cultures, forging new relationships founded on dignity and respect and bringing the sacraments to remote regions.