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Be merciful ministers of Christ, pope tells new priests
The priesthood is not a "cultural association or a union," but a ministry of mercy anchored on Christ's mission to bring hope to the downtrodden and comfort to those who suffer, Pope Francis told new priests.
New Orthodox schism stalls ecumenical dialogue, official says
A significant rupture between Orthodox churches in Ukraine has brought the theological dialogue between Catholics and Orthodox to a standstill, according to a Vatican official involved in the talks.
U.S. church leaders in favor of new rules on sexual abuse reporting
U.S. church leaders welcomed the norms issued by Pope Francis May 9 giving clear direction to the global Catholic Church about reporting abuse and holding church leaders accountable, saying it confirms what they already have in place and also gives them a way forward.
Criticized by right and left, Flowers sticks to Catholic values
Local columnist Christine Flowers is unabashedly pro-life and pro-immigrant, which makes her anathema to liberals and conservatives. As she told North Catholic's alumni, the interconnectedness of Catholics means "we are family."
Montco moms got a head start on their special day
Archdiocesan Catholic Social Services treated several area mothers to an early Mother's Day celebration that offered practical self-care strategies, including tips for avoiding burnout, and a chance just to be with other moms.
Pro-life rally draws 1,000 to protest confrontational videos
A prayerful gathering on a center city Philadelphia street in front of a Planned Parenthood clinic on Friday, May 10 drew women speaking out against abortion, in response to a lawmaker's viral videos.
17-year-old with Down syndrome becomes pro-life advocate in Canada
Sarah Joy Walker is alive today because her mother flatly turned down an abortion. Seventeen years later, the Edmonton teenager saw her pro-life advocacy dream become reality.
Four bishops sign on to letter voicing concerns with Equality Act
In the letter, the signers said they have "grave concern over the devastating consequences to religious freedom" should the bill pass in its current form.
Pope discusses deaconesses, need for nuns to be servants not ‘maids’
The pope's comments came during his meeting with those taking part in the May 6-10 plenary of the International Union of Superiors General, which represents more than 450,000 sisters in more than 100 countries.
Not a doubt: As usual, Nazareth claws back for a big win
Getting used to coming from behind, the Pandas saved their biggest drama for the Catholic Academies League championship, breaking a 4-4 tie in the sixth inning to beat rival Villa Maria, 13-6.