Archive for March 12, 2019

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For US religious freedom ambassador, concerns remain on Vatican-China deal

The Vatican’s deal with China on the appointment of bishops has not changed the government’s abuse of Catholics and sets... Read more

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Brooklyn diocese condemns SNL R. Kelly sex abuse jokes

The Diocese of Brooklyn has demanded an apology from the NBC network, calling jokes comparing Catholics to supporters of a... Read more

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Catholic soldier posthumously awarded Medal of Honor

President Donald Trump will award the Medal of Honor to Staff Sergeant Travis W. Atkins, who was killed on June... Read more

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Colorado baker asks for true tolerance, and an end to the spotlight

A Colorado baker who became the focus of legal battles over religious freedom and same-sex marriage hopes his time in... Read more

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Archbishop Kurtz voices support for Scholarship Tax Credit bill

Creating a Scholarship Tax Credit program in Kentucky would align with Catholic teaching by assisting families in need and empowering... Read more

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By Hannah Brockhaus

Baton Rouge Catholic Charities expands international adoption services

Catholic Charities of Baton Rouge has expanded their international adoption services into the northwestern part of Louisiana.  Read more

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Cardinal Pell sentenced to six years imprisonment for sexual abuse

Cardinal George Pell was sentenced Wednesday to six years imprisonment, after being convicted in December of sexual abuse of two... Read more