Archive for September 17, 2014
US bishops praise continuing Civil Rights movement
The Civil Rights Act of 1964 was “a monumental step forward” for human dignity, but continued work is necessary to... Read more
Christ Our Life conferences a 'shot of holy adrenaline'
The Holy Spirit's inspiration can strike at the most unexpected times - like while running on a treadmill. Read more
Bishop Tobin on divorce: Changes needed in approach, not teaching
The dilemma of divorced and remarried Catholics should prompt consideration of changes in the Church’s approach to annulments and the... Read more
True Christians aren't elitist – they generate life, Pope says
At his weekly general audience Pope Francis spoke on what it means to evangelize, calling it apostolic work born of... Read more
Pope Francis uses fast-track move to canonize first Sri Lankan
Blessed Joseph Vaz will soon become Sri Lanka's first saint after Pope Francis Sept. 17 advanced his cause for canonization... Read more
Cardinal Dolan: Ukraine 'flowing with blood,' America must speak up
Cardinal Timothy Dolan of New York has urged U.S. Catholics to listen to the “chilling” pleas of Greek-Catholic bishops who... Read more
Bishops praise agreement on low-income child care bill
The U.S. bishops’ conference has praised federal lawmakers for reaching an agreement to reauthorize legislation that funds child care and... Read more
Pope's visit will change Philippines, Cardinal Tagle hopes
Pope Francis’ visit to the Philippines in January will be an opportunity to lead the Church in the country down... Read more
Relief workers welcome US action against Ebola
President Barack Obama’s announcement of personnel and other aid to combat the deadly Ebola virus outbreak in West Africa drew... Read more
