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Reading to kids makes for a better Father’s Day, every day
At parent workshop hosted by archdiocesan Catholic Social Services, local dads bonded over donuts, diapers -- and a few good books, which can help reduce problem behaviors while fostering language skills.
USCCB president, other bishops meet with survivors of clergy sexual abuse
The meeting took place as the U.S. bishops were gathered in Baltimore for their spring general assembly June 11-13 where they focused on implementing bishop accountability measures in response to the abuse crisis in the church.
‘The covenant’s been betrayed,’ bishop says at Mass for USCCB
Bishop Steven Biegler said new policies concerning sexual abuse in the church are important, but the bishops need also to focus on being pastors who must renew the spiritual bond with the people of God.
As Ghana diocese celebrates, bishop worries about Catholics leaving faith
Launching 25th anniversary celebrations for the Diocese of Keta-Akatsi, Bishop Gabriel Akwasi Ababio Mante of Jasikan said he was worried how charismatic and Pentecostal movements are affecting Catholics in Ghana.
Bishops OK plan to implement ‘motu proprio’ on addressing abuse
UPDATE - The U.S. bishops approved a plan to implement the "motu proprio" "Vos Estis Lux Mundi" ("You are the light of the world") issued in May by Pope Francis to help the Catholic Church safeguard its members from abuse and hold its leaders accountable.
Collegeville youth group joins New Jersey youths at Six Flags rally
A full day of amusement park fun, beginning with a powerful witness by Franciscan sisters, was enjoyed by about 3,000 young people and chaperones at the 24th annual New Jersey Catholic Youth Rally.
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.