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God’s love in charity exists even in most secularized places, pope says
During times of freedom or persecution, the Gospel is needed to bring meaning, fullness and hope to life, Pope Francis said.
Victim assistance coordinators comfort in a behind-the-scenes ministry
Whether the call is from someone who is angry, embarrassed, unsure of what to do or needs a friendly ear, diocesan and eparchial victim assistance coordinators are the face of the church's response to victims of sexual abuse by a church worker -- clergy or otherwise.
Abuse crisis is like fire purifying church, says head of Canadian bishops
"When there is a fire, our first instinct is often to try to put it out to prevent damage," said Bishop Lionel Gendron of Saint-Jean-Longueuil, Quebec. "In this case, however, we may need to allow this fire to keep burning," he said.
Siena College sees edition of Saint John’s Bible igniting faith on campus
The work is the first handwritten and illustrated Bible of its scale created since the invention of the printing press in the 15th century.
Former University of Portland president listed in grand jury abuse report
Holy Cross Brother Raphael Wilson was accused of sexually abusing two boys and admitted to one of the charges. He reached a $250,000 confidential settlement with the victim, according to the report.
Seniors dance away summer in South Philly
During a Sept. 21 garden party, more than 100 older adults cut loose at an archdiocesan senior center, which promotes wellness and food security among its members. And don't tell them you can't wear white after Labor Day.
Outdoor movie night builds community through ‘together time’
Northeast Philadelphia families and neighbors got to know one another at a free Sept. 20 film screening co-sponsored by archdiocesan Catholic Community Services, which gathered people for fun under the stars.
Cardinal beatifies 22-year-old Romanian as ‘martyr to chastity’
A 22-year-old Romanian peasant has taken a step closer to sainthood as a "martyr to chastity," six decades after she was murdered while resisting rape during the communist-era repression of the Catholic Church.
Maryland attorney general will review church records on child sex abuse
Archbishop William E. Lori informed priests and deacons that the archdiocese has been in discussions with Maryland Attorney General Brian E. Frosh about an investigation of records related to the sexual abuse of children.
Pope prays for victims of ferry disaster in Tanzania
As of Sept. 25, at least 224 had been found dead after a ferry capsized in Lake Victoria Sept. 20.