Fortnight for Freedom
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Archbishop Lori: What Doubting Thomas can teach us about freedom
An encounter with the Lord frees us from sin, and frees us for mission, said Archbishop William Lori of Baltimore... Read more
Saints, martyrs and the cross – Archbishop Gomez on true freedom
As church leaders rallied U.S. Catholics to defend their faith against an increasingly antagonistic society and government, the relics of... Read more
Why one bishop thinks you should be a 'footnote' for Christ
On America’s 240th Independence Day, Bishop David Zubik of Pittsburgh called on Catholics to be “footnotes” for the truth that... Read more
Beware 'polite persecution,' archbishop warns
With relics of two English martyrs currently touring the U.S., the Archbishop of Baltimore implored Catholics to follow their example... Read more
Now touring America: two English saints who died for their faith
A relic tour currently taking place in the United States highlights the virtues of two English saints who stood up... Read more
Anti-Catholic history in US shows Church has survived and will continue, historian says
As bishops warn of current threats to religious liberty in the United States, Catholics can take heart that such challenges... Read more
Modern martyrs should inspire US Christians, archbishop says
The plight of persecuted religious believers overseas should inspire American Catholics and others to continue their defense of religious freedom... Read more
Ultimate freedom means choosing the good, bishop says
Bishop James Conley joined other religious leaders in Lincoln, Neb. for a prayer service for religious liberty, reminding those present... Read more
Archbishop: Church must be free to imitate Christ through service
In seeking religious liberty, Catholics are seeking the freedom to serve in response to Christ’s love in the Eucharist, said... Read more
Religious freedom serves those in poverty, says Archbishop Lori
Days before the start of the third annual Fortnight for Freedom, CNA spoke with Archbishop William E. Lori of Baltimore,... Read more
Service to poor will be focus of 2014 Fortnight for Freedom
The U.S. bishops have announced a third Fortnight for Freedom to encourage prayer and awareness of religious liberty, with a... Read more
Laity must help restore religious liberty, Cardinal Wuerl says
To renew respect for religious freedom in society, the Church needs lay people who live out their religious beliefs with love,... Read more
Lincoln bishop: strengthen faith to restore religious freedom
The recent threats against religious freedom are an opportunity for the faithful to grow closer to God through prayer, fasting... Read more
Denver rally draws hundreds in support of religious freedom
Hundreds of people in the Archdiocese of Denver attended a prayer rally for religious freedom on June 22, standing up... Read more
Religious freedom erosion threatens all rights, panel says
Federal lawmakers, archdiocesan representatives and leaders of companies and non-profit organizations came together at a Philadelphia forum to publicly support... Read more
Religion plays irreplaceable role in society, Archbishop Lori says
Opening the 2013 Fortnight for Freedom, Archbishop William E. Lori of Baltimore emphasized the unique contribution that religion brings to... Read more
US dioceses prepare for second Fortnight for Freedom
Dioceses across the country are preparing for the upcoming Fortnight for Freedom – now in its second year – by... Read more
Second Fortnight for Freedom to highlight marriage, mandate
The U.S. bishops' conference has announced a second Fortnight for Freedom, scheduled for the two weeks leading up to Interdependence... Read more
Supporters say 'partisan' charge misses point of bishops' efforts
Critics who accuse the U.S. bishops of “partisanship” have misunderstood their motives by viewing religious questions in secular terms, supporters... Read more
Government cannot take away true freedom, Archbishop Chaput teaches
Government cannot give or take away the ultimate freedom found in obedience to God, Philadelphia Archbishop Charles J. Chaput said... Read more
