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The Real Presence: What do Catholics believe and how church can respond
A Pew Research Center survey found that nearly 70% of Catholics believe that the bread and wine used for Communion are "symbols of the body and blood of Jesus Christ," while about 30% believe that the bread and wine "actually become" Christ's body and blood.
West Virginians meet their new Catholic bishop as humble, holy man
People from around the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston already have a good feeling about their new shepherd, Bishop Mark E. Brennan, who was installed Aug. 22 as the ninth bishop of the diocese.
D.C. archdiocesan spokeswoman new head of USCCB Office of Public Affairs
The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops in Washington has appointed Chieko T. Noguchi as director of the Office of Public Affairs at the conference's headquarters in Washington.
Gianna Center of Philadelphia Annual Gala
Join the St. Gianna Center of Philadelphia in celebrating the contributions of Carl Anderson and the Knights of Columbus, the Love and Fidelity Network, the Missionary Sisters of Charity, and Liz Parrish and the Friends of FertilityCare.
Saint Mary Feast
Join us for our 2 day Saint Mary Feast, Saturday, September 7th and Sunday, September 8th. On Saturday, mingle through our raffle baskets and Attic Treasures and enjoy musical entertainment by Carter Ross from 5-7:30pm.
Pope John Paul II High School, Roman kick off football season
The Panthers will face the Cahillites on the former's home turf during an Aug. 24 game, at which new visitor bleachers (the gift of an anonymous donor) will be unveiled.
Hallahan names new athletic director
Christine Jenkinson, a class of '90 alumna and a former two-sport athlete at the school, will oversee 12 programs, ensuring compliance with all PIAA and Philadelphia Catholic League (PCL) by-laws and working to enhance sportsmanship and integrity.
Vermont bishop releases list on claims, says church ‘must remain’ vigilant
Bishop Christopher J. Coyne of Burlington Aug. 22 released the names of 40 priests who served in Vermont and were credibly accused of sexually abusing a minor or vulnerable individual since 1950.
Mexican bishop says criminal groups ‘seeking an exit,’ urges dialogue
Mexican Interior Minister Olga Sanchez Cordero said Aug. 20 that talks were occurring with armed groups, but later clarified to say that they didn't included drug cartels and rather were with so-called community police and self-defense groups.
Pope, bishops urge action to save burning Amazon rainforest
UPDATED - Describing the Amazon rainforest as "vital for our planet," Pope Francis joined the regions bishops in praying for action to extinguish the massive fires burning there.