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U.S. bishops take action to respond to church abuse crisis
During the June 11-13 spring assembly of the U.S. bishops in Baltimore, it was clear the bishops had to respond to the sexual abuse crisis in the church -- and on the last day of their gathering they approved a series of procedures to begin this process.
Bishops pass 10-point plan to acknowledge ‘episcopal commitments’
UPDATED - The U.S. bishops approved a 10-point statement, "Affirming Our Episcopal Commitments," June 13 during their general meeting in Baltimore in which the bishops hope to regain "the trust of the people of God."
Legion of Mary’s brothers keep door open for homeless men
In a nondescript building in Norristown, the Brothers House welcomes men dealing with addiction, poverty or troubles of any kind for a meal, clothes, a friendly ear and if they wish, prayers of the rosary.
Four women profess final vows as Sisters of Mercy
A lawyer, a nurse, a school president and a development consultant all made perpetual pledges to serve the most vulnerable during a June 8 Mass celebrated at the Convent of Mercy in Merion.
Protocol approved on restrictions on bishops facing claim of abuse
The U.S. bishops overwhelmingly approved a measure that would enable bishops to apply restrictions in the life and ministry of retired bishops accused of sexual abuse or who failed to take necessary measures to prevent abuse.
Novena in honor of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
The July 8-16 novena at the Carmelite monastery in Philadelphia will feature sermons by Father James Gordon, F.S.S.P., and will conclude with Mass in the Extraordinary Form.
Church wounded by internal tensions, pope tells Jesuits in Romania
Pope Francis told Jesuits in Romania that tensions and struggles within the church have left it wounded and that the only path forward is through humble dialogue, not futile arguments.
Ignoring the poor falsifies the Gospel, pope says in message
Christians must not underestimate the importance of embracing and assisting the poor, oppressed and outcast, Pope Francis said.
Be men of God, not luxury-seeking diplomats, pope tells nuncios
Apostolic nuncios are called to be men of faith focused on proclaiming the Gospel and shunning the power and corruption that can come from the luxurious trappings of their diplomatic status, Pope Francis said.
Bishops approve third-party reporting system; to be in place by May 31
A nationwide third-party system for receiving confidential reports of "certain complaints" against bishops took a step closer to being implemented during the spring general assembly of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops.