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Pope Francis called Jean Vanier to thank him before his death
The death of Vanier, whose ministry helped improve the lives of developmentally disabled people in dozens of countries, drew prayers and words of condolence from church leaders around the world.
Mexican bishops call for migrant assistance at their southern border
The Mexican bishops' conference has appealed for assistance for thousands of migrants stuck in Chiapas state as Mexican officials step up enforcement and stop issuing travel documents.
In Washington meeting, U.S. bishops dialogue with abuse victims
A small group of Catholics gathered with bishops, clergy, victim advocates and others for a daylong event on the sex abuse crisis in the Catholic Church, but also to acknowledge the pain caused, to offer comfort, express sorrow, to share a meal, to pray and extend the wish to heal a broken trust.
Bishop Shanahan pitcher tops 1,000 Ks in softball career
Four-year starter Devon Miller recorded her strikeout milestone, a first in school history, in a win over WC Henderson April 30. In two succeeding games she fanned 15 and 20 batters, respectively.
Georgia governor signs heartbeat bill restricting abortions
Republican Gov. Brian Kemp signed legislation May 7 to ban abortions, with some exceptions, in the state once a fetal heartbeat is detected, which is around six weeks. Current state law allows abortions up to 20 weeks.
Couples recall how their marriages endured through the years
Couples married 50 years, 25 years and other anniversaries gathered at the Cathedral last Saturday with Archbishop Chaput, renewing their marriage vows and reviewing the secrets of their success.
He’s seen the world, but ready to minister in Philadelphia
As a member of the Neocatechumenal Way, Deacon Jonathan Rice has evangelized in many states and countries. But after he is ordained a priest on May 18, he'll put down firm roots in the Philadelphia Archdiocese.
Jean Vanier, who changed lives of intellectually disabled, dies in Paris
Jean Vanier, 90, founder of L'Arche communities and co-founder of Faith and Light, died May 7. Vanier had been suffering from cancer and was assisted at a L'Arche facility in Paris.
Atlanta Catholics say goodbye to Archbishop Gregory in farewell Mass
May 3 was Archbishop Gregory's final day as the leader Atlanta Archdiocese. He is scheduled to be installed as the new archbishop in the Archdiocese of Washington May 21.
Don’t let differences divide you, pope tells North Macedonians
Arriving in Skopje, with its skyline dotted by minarets and domes, Pope Francis told civic leaders that the country's ethnic and religious diversity is a "precious patrimony" to be appreciated and treasured.