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Supreme Court to hear oral arguments on 2020 citizenship census question
The court agreed Feb. 15 to take on this case -- Department of Commerce v. New York -- without following the normal procedure and waiting for action from the federal appeals court.
City schools close early ahead of Wednesday’s expected snow
Archdiocesan officials made the call to close all Catholic high schools and parochial schools in Philadelphia as two to four inches of snow and ice were expected on Feb. 20. Suburban schools will follow local districts.
Parish volunteers can ease new ‘SNAP gap’ food aid woes
Recipients of federal food aid now must stretch their monthly benefits over 40 days rather than 30, thanks to the government shutdown. Often families must choose between food and medical care. But church agencies are helping.
Speaker Emily Wilson impresses women, men at Penn Newman
Comparisons to others, coveting what others have and developing a mindset of gratitude were at the heart of Saturday night’s discussion at the University of Pennsylvania's Newman Center, where 150 enjoyed the Catholic speaker's talk.
Illinois doctor: Newman miracle depositions were ‘spiritual experiences’
The proposed miracle that God worked through the intercession of Newman in 2013 involved a local mother who faced life-threatening complications during her pregnancy but suddenly recovered when she prayed to the English cardinal for help.
Dolan: Church loves, welcomes pregnant women, is ‘honored’ to serve them
In a robust demonstration that actions speak louder than words, New York Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan Feb. 18 introduced representatives of six church-related organizations that help pregnant women in need.
Blaming homosexuality for abuse of minors is distraction, victims say
UPDATED - People must stop using homosexuals as scapegoats for the sexual abuse of children, two male survivors of abuse by priests told reporters.
Catholic League girls’ hoops squads see narrow paths to victory
Most of the teams competing in the playoffs were separated by only a single game in the regular season standings. Not surprisingly, the quarterfinal games packed suspense, reports John Knebels.
Lenten choral Vespers at Old St. Joseph’s Church
The March 31 prayer service will include performances of the antiphons and psalms appointed for the day, as well as ensemble selections and organ music by Brahms and Buxtehude.
Spirituality Under the Dome
Morning nurturing your spirituality with Anne Kertz Kernion on "Neuroscience and Well-Being: How Spirituality Affects Our Health and DNA. Anne is the owner/artist of Cards by Anne, an inspirational card company founded in 1986.