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Bishop urges parents commit families to deeper relationship with Christ
Fathers and mothers have the ability and responsibility to lead their families to holiness, wrote Phoenix Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted in an apostolic exhortation.
Allegations of abuse in two Asian nations make some worry more to follow
Recent credible sexual abuse allegations in India and East Timor have underscored the fears of many in the church that clerical sex abuse is rife in South, Southeast and North Asia, which have a collective population of at least 120 million Catholics.
Bishop downplays idea that Amazon synod will criticize Brazil’s policies
One of Brazil's largest national newspapers reported the government's intelligence agency was monitoring the church and its "progressive bishops," concerned that, during the synod, they would criticize President Jair Bolsonaro's policies, especially those related to the environment and the indigenous populations.
Sainthood causes of Blessed Newman, Cardinal Mindszenty advance
Pope Francis has signed a decree recognizing a miracle attributed to the intercession of Blessed John Henry Newman, the English cardinal, clearing the way for his canonization.
Thirst for profit threatens humanity, Vatican official says
Left unchecked, unbridled greed and a thirst for profit leads down a slippery slope that endangers the earth and all who live on it, especially indigenous populations, a Msgr. Fernando Chica Arellano said.
When it comes to prayer, there is no room for individualism, pope says
Prayer is not just a private and intimate dialogue between a person and God, but rather an opportunity for Christians to bring the needs of others before the Lord, Pope Francis said.
Mexican bishops confirm 152 priests removed for abusing minors
In a Feb. 12 statement, the Mexican bishops' conference published the preliminary figure, while promising, "We will continue with the effort to have a complete diagnosis of cases of child sexual abuse in Mexico."
Great expectations: Vatican abuse summit has key, realistic goals
All eyes and ears will be on the Vatican during an unprecedented gathering Feb. 21-24 to discuss the protection of minors in the Catholic Church.
St. Agatha-St. James hosts night with Emily Wilson
The popular singer, author and speaker will talk on Feb. 16 in University City about the blessings of life and cultivating gratitude to make space in our hearts for the voice of God.
Designer Bag Bingo to Benefit Our Lady of Czestochowa Young Group Poland Pilgrimage
On Saturday, March 23rd the OLOC Youth Group is hosting a Designer Bag Bingo at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa. All proceeds benefit the youth group Pilgrimage to Poland.