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Half of Catholics attending Mass 28 years ago no longer do, figures show
CatholicPhilly.com analyzes the long-term trend of declining attendance at Mass in the Philadelphia Archdiocese since 1990, accelerated by the sexual abuse crisis and parish mergers in recent years.
Where does major push to evangelize the young begin? With a party
Anthem is hosting a celebration next month for Archbishop Chaput's 75th birthday, with an after party, all in hopes of attracting young adults. That effort is part of a broad leadership training and outreach.
Pope to Mozambique church workers: Move forward, don’t be afraid
The Catholic Church's ministers -- including catechists and bishops -- are called to be realistic, to treasure the Christian identity and to never be afraid to move forward and try new ways to bring the Gospel to life, Pope Francis said.
Seton Hall investigation finds McCarrick harassed seminarians
A yearlong investigation by Seton Hall University confirmed that Theodore McCarrick, the laicized cardinal who had been archbishop of Newark from 1986 to 2000, had sexually harassed seminarians during his tenure as head of the archdiocese.
Addiction ministry centers on the power of the Eucharist
While belief in the Real Presence has declined sharply among American Catholics, the Calix Society focuses on "the source and summit" of the faith as part of its recently expanded efforts to combat substance abuse.
New head of local St. Joseph’s Sisters has served most vulnerable youths
Sister Maureen Erdlen, S.S.J., in her 50 years of ministry has served the poor, including abused young women and people struggling in addictions. Like the foundress of her order, she also led an orphanage.
Pope in Mozambique talks peace, politics and young people’s dreams
With a courtesy and solemnity seldom seen at a gathering of opposing political leaders, Mozambican politicians came together a month before their general election to welcome Pope Francis and pledge to work for peace and the common good.
Newark’s Cardinal Tobin joins Catholics protesting immigration detention
About 400 participated in the event, which included a procession toward the ICE building as the Newark archbishop led the crowd in a chant of "stop the inhumanity."
Buffalo’s Bishop Malone will not resign over abuse case revelations
Bishop Richard Malone said the majority of priests and parishioners in the diocese supported him and he would not resign over his handling of a situation involving two priests' relationship with a seminarian.
Bucks County parish to celebrate Padre Pio, venerate relics
St. Bede the Venerable in Holland will host its annual feast for the beloved Italian saint Sept. 14-15 including Masses, confession, processions and entertainment.