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Major survey of Catholic priests finds trust issues, burnout, fear of false allegations
The study claims to be the largest national survey of Catholic priests conducted in more than 50 years. Read more
Analysis: Can bishops lead the faithful and follow the lawmakers?
As bishops try to comply with state regulation and some local authorities insist that any religious practice should be curtailed,... Read more
Dioceses announce staff cuts, but federal aid could help
As Catholic dioceses and parishes begin to cut staff during the coronavirus pandemic, they could be eligible for unprecedented federal... Read more
Archbishop Chaput: Civilta Cattolica got American Christianity wrong
A prominent Catholic journal’s critique of American religion and politics got quite a bit wrong, Philadelphia’s Archbishop Charles J. Chaput... Read more
An unprecedented Convocation of Catholic Leaders is happening this weekend
It’s been nearly four years since Pope Francis released his apostolic exhortation, Evangelii gaudium, or “The Joy of the Gospel.”... Read more
When American Catholic politics split the Church
For history professor Christopher Shannon, Catholics in American politics have a long history, yet this legacy is overshadowed by a... Read more
Archbishop Kurtz sees 'great thirst' for Christ in US
Archbishop Joseph E. Kurtz of Louisville, president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, says he has witnessed a strong... Read more
