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Border crisis declarations mask misery of immigrants

An estimated 100,000 apprehensions of immigrants by U.S. Customs and Border Patrol agents at the U.S.-Mexico border in March is the highest figure in one month in a decade.

Bishop to N.J. convocation: It’s ‘opening day’ for missionary discipleship

Baseball is back for the spring and Bishop Dennis J. Sullivan of Camden didn't hesitate to remind the 800 people who joined the diocese's recent follow-up to the 2017 national convocation of Catholic leaders that it's a new season for the church as well.

Museum of the Bible receives grants for big exhibit on science and faith

The museum will be working with a panel of scholars and scientists from around the world to develop the exhibits as well as accompanying educational materials for classroom use.

Catholic leaders urge U.S. government to declare TPS for Venezuelans

With the "ongoing political unrest, violence and shortages" in Venezuela causing millions of citizens to flee their country, the U.S. government should designate Temporary Protected Status for that country, U.S. Catholic officials said.

Nation has gone down ‘dark road,’ Va. bishop tells pro-lifers

About 7,000 Virginians met at the state Capitol April 3 in Richmond for the first Virginia March for Life, where Richmond Bishop Barry Knestout urged them not to lose heart but show "love for those who oppose us."

Chinese bishop who stepped aside unsure he can concelebrate chrism Mass

Bishop Guo Xijin, the former bishop of Mindong, told ucanews.com that it is currently uncertain if he could join the chrism Mass because the government refuses to acknowledge him.

Faith leaders urge Trump, other U.S leaders to uphold religious liberty

More than 140 religious leaders called on President Donald Trump, Vice President Mike Pence and congressional leaders to uphold principles of religious freedom following a series of attacks on people of faith, clergy and houses of worship.

Vatican official, rights group discuss decriminalizing homosexuality

A 50-member delegation of lawyers, politicians and human rights advocates met with Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Vatican secretary of state, to discuss the decriminalization of homosexuality.

Catholic League spring sports standings

See the latest won-lost records for softball, baseball and girls' and boys' lacrosse, updated through April 4.

Sisters of Life host holy hour for reparation, healing

The devotion, which will take place on April 5 at St. Malachy's Parish in Philadelphia, is part of an ongoing series offered by the congregation as part of the First Friday observance.