Archive for August 16, 2018
US bishops invite Vatican investigation into McCarrick scandal
The U.S. bishops’ conference called for a Vatican-led investigation into allegations of sexual abuse and cover-ups surrounding Archbishop Theodore McCarrick,... Read more
‘What do you want to know?’ The Catholic reaction to bishops and sexual abuse
Among the sexual abusers mentioned in the Aug. 14 Pennsylvania grand jury report, one priest merits particular attention. Read more
Catholic institutions in CAR shelter displaced Muslims from threat of attack
In the Central African Republic's Diocese of Bangassou, several Catholic institutions have taken in displaced Muslims who face violence at... Read more
Muslim woman who declined handshake wins labor case in Sweden
A labor court in Sweden has sided with a Muslim woman whose job interview was cut short when she refused... Read more
Irish bishop: Papal visit a chance to recognize sin, work to repair the Church
The Pope’s visit to Ireland is a time for the Church to reflect on her past failings and consider how... Read more
'Shame and sorrow' – Holy See responds to Pennsylvania report
The Holy See on Thursday denounced sexual abuse and called for accountability for both perpetrators and leaders who covered up... Read more
Beloved Texas priest asks for prayers after ALS diagnosis
Fr. Stephen Jasso said he knew something was wrong this past February, about two months after retiring as the pastor... Read more
Caritas India offers assistance to victims of monsoon floods in Kerala
After at least 73 people were killed in floods caused by monsoon rains in India's Kerala state, Caritas India and... Read more
Cardinal Burke: We face a grave crisis, touching the heart of the Church
Cardinal Raymond Burke said Thursday that the Catholic Church is facing “a very grave crisis” due to the “grievous failure”... Read more
