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Catholic groups see major harm for immigrants in changing public benefits
A proposal by the Trump administration to deny green cards to legal immigrants using public assistance "will dramatically change the process of legal migration and make it increasingly difficult for low-income and working-class individuals to legally migrate to the United States."
Pope revamps Vatican City State structures, laws to boost oversight
Pope Francis approved a new set of laws concerning the structure and governance of Vatican City State in an effort to simplify the many offices and activities of the world's smallest nation and to boost oversight, transparency and budgetary controls.
Women find support in one another through mothers’ group
Like-minded women in the MOMS group (Ministry Of Mothers Sharing) pray, share stories, drink coffee and perhaps hear a guest speaker once a month at St. Pius X Parish, Broomall. For members, "belonging is so important."
Christmas tree sales benefit charities and help families celebrate season
The Christmas tree lot run by the Knights of Columbus' Abbot Pennings Council has been selling Christmas trees as a fundraiser since 1968.
Australian judge overturns former Adelaide archbishop’s conviction
An Australian judge overturned the conviction of Archbishop Philip Wilson, whom a lower court found guilty of failing to report allegations of child sexual abuse by a priest.
Pope to make historic visit to United Arab Emirates in February
The Vatican said the pope will "participate in the International Interfaith Meeting on 'Human Fraternity'" after receiving an invitation by Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al-Nahyan, crown prince of Abu Dhabi.
Difficult 2018: For pope, it was year to come to terms with abuse crisis
Pope Francis marked the fifth anniversary of his election in March in the midst of a firestorm over his handling of clerical sexual abuse and bishops' accountability. He also met with families in Ireland, canonized saints and led a synod.
Racism hits home for Iowa bishop’s family
Sharon Zinkula, a younger sister of then-seminarian Thomas Zinkula, began dating her future husband, Joseph Flowers. The Zinkulas are white; Flowers is black.
Nation’s 43rd president says his late father was ‘a great and noble man’
His eldest son, former President George W. Bush, gave an emotional eulogy, breaking down at one point saying his father "the best father any son or daughter could have."
Advent calendars: Old tradition and modern commercialism, same message
The Advent calendar with one tab or box to open each day for 24 or 25 days taps into something people really like: countdowns. It also highlights the anticipation that is at the heart of the four-week liturgical season of Advent.