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Without a voice at home, Nicaraguans ask Washington-based OAS for help
The country descended into turmoil in April 2018 and Catholic bishops in Nicaragua have attempted to engage the government in dialogue to broker peace.
Jesuits’ Northeast province releases list of abuse claims against clergy
"At the heart" of the Catholic Church's sex abuse crisis "is the painful, sinful and illegal harm done to children by those whom they should have been able to trust," said Jesuit Father John J. Cecero, provincial of the Society of Jesus' Northeast province in the United States.
By helping expectant fathers, center upholds ‘dignity of fatherhood’
Pregnancy Choices, part of the Elevate Life network of centers serving clients with unexpected pregnancies, is the only pregnancy resource center in Minnesota with a paid certified life coach for fathers.
Vatican summit to help nations lagging on abuse policies, Jesuit says
Only about half of the national bishops' conferences in the world have adopted complete, Vatican-approved guidelines for handling accusations of clerical sexual abuse and promoting child protection.
TSA workers hit by shutdown receive archdiocesan help
Catholic social agencies donated pallets of food items to some 750 federal security workers based at the Philadelphia airport. Many live on tight budgets, and with the government shutdown, times are particularly hard.
Giving up Anxiety for Lent
You are invited to join us in "Giving up Anxiety for Lent". Catholic Radio Host and Author, Gary Zimak will lead the day discussing how God wants us to turn our fears and anxieties over to Him.
Ash Wednesday Day of Reflection
Fr. James McGuinn will direct this special day including Mass, distribution of Ashes, Reconciliation and special talks.
Domenica Retreat for Women
Kathleen McCarthy will direct this unique women's retreat utilizing the theme, "Embracing the Lord's Peace in Turbulent Times."
Valentine Twilight Evening of Reflection
Damon and Melanie Owens will deliver an inspiring talk entitled, "Joyful Ever After: Getting the Marriage You Want from the Marriage You Have."
Tolerance-plus: Pope in Abu Dhabi will build on relations with Muslims
When Pope Francis visits Abu Dhabi Feb. 3-5, he will visit a land where interreligious tolerance is mandated by law; while Catholics in the United Arab Emirates count their blessings for that, the pope is expected to nudge for something more.