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Pope sends condolences following death of Hong Kong bishop
Pope Francis has sent condolences and a blessing to the Hong Kong Diocese following the Jan. 3 death of Bishop Yeung Ming-cheung, 73, of liver failure.
‘Nationalistic tendencies’ threaten world peace, pope tells diplomats
As it did prior to the Second World War, the rise of nationalism in the world poses a threat to peace and constructive dialogue among nations, Pope Francis said.
Seek Jesus, adore him, serve him and others, pope says on Epiphany
People find Jesus only through humble love, and once they find him, they are called to offer him the gifts of their prayer, their adoration and their care of others, Pope Francis said.
Knights take stand against lawmakers’ judicial litmus test
U.S. senators have no business questioning a federal judicial nominee's membership in the Knights of Columbus over its support for Catholic teaching on abortion and same-sex marriage, said Supreme Knight Carl Anderson.
Catholic Leaguers pack list of Pa.’s best football players
The 2018 all-state football team as chosen by Pennsylvania’s high school sports writers includes 12 athletes from five different Philadelphia Catholic League schools -- with six members of champion St. Joe's Prep.
Jesuit to remain as House Chaplain in new Congress
Father Patrick J. Conroy, whom former Speaker of the House of Representatives Paul Ryan sought to oust in 2018, will remain in his post as chaplain of the legislative body as the 116th session of Congress begins.
Catholic advocates outline legislative goals for a new Congress
Several Catholic organizations have recalibrated their priorities in light of a new, divided Congress, with Democrats taking control of the House and Republicans slightly increasing their heretofore razor-thin edge in the Senate.
Vatican: Investigation underway of bishop accused of abuse, misconduct
The Vatican press told reporters in a note Jan. 4 that accusations of sexual abuse against Bishop Gustavo Zanchetta, 54, emerged in the "autumn" of 2018.
British report scolds Indian government over religion-based violence
The Dec. 31 report, titled "Commentary on the Current State of Freedom of Religion or Belief" said anti-conversion laws in seven of India's states are used to threaten Muslims and Christians.
Dog’s job at Oregon Catholic hospital: Comforting kids in emergency room
Wrangler doesn't have an MD and he can't write prescriptions, but he works hard to help children who are injured or ill and often scared.