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Did Apollo 11 mission make Orlando’s founding bishop the bishop of moon?
According to the 1917 Code of Canon Law (in effect at that time), any newly discovered territory was placed under the jurisdiction of the diocese from which the expedition that discovered that territory originated.
Pope writes Syrian president, urging him to protect civilians, seek peace
Pope Francis urged Syrian President Bashar Assad to put an end to his country's eight-year-long conflict and seek reconciliation for the good of the nation and its vulnerable people.
Agencies ‘appalled’ by reports U.S. could end refugee admissions
News that the Trump administration is considering "zeroing out" the number of refugees accepted by the United States brought a swift outcry from Christian agencies urging the government to reconsider such a move.
Pope disciplines former West Virginia Bishop Bransfield
The retired bishop and Philadelphia native may not celebrate Mass publicly, may not reside in the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston and must "make amends" for harm stemming from allegations of sexual and financial misconduct.
Backing Catholic action day, bishops call out ‘cruelty’ in policies
Though they weren't present, seven U.S. bishops including Philadelphia Auxiliary Bishop Edward Deliman spoke in support of the July 18 "Catholic Day of Action for Immigrant Children" near the U.S. Capitol.
Moon landing inspired a country and a career in space flight
Retired Maj. Gen. Mike Wiedemer was an aerospace engineering student in 1969. After a long career in the field and now preparing to be a deacon, Wiedemer remains "a big proponent of space exploration for the benefit of mankind."
Sr. Gertrude brings God’s love from Philippines to Philadelphia
In her new position as director of the archdiocesan Office for Pastoral Care for Migrants and Refugees, Sister Gertrude Borres helps welcome and care for newcomers in the region from some 30 different cultures.
Touching history: Students enjoy hands-on visit to Catholic archive
The Catholic Historical Research Center of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia welcomed more than 500 Catholic middle-school students last spring for educational tours through local church history.
Bishop urges lawmakers to end ‘stranglehold’ on immigration to U.S.
Bishop Edward C. Malesic of Greensburg has called on U.S. lawmakers "to please work as hard as you can" on legislation that "releases the unnecessary stranglehold on immigration to the United States that has caused tragic and inhumane consequences."
Congolese church leaders urge international help to contain Ebola
Catholic Church representatives are urging international action to contain the often fatal disease in Congo's eastern provinces. Almost 2,500 cases have been reported in the latest outbreak.