Archive for August 21, 2018
Pope likely to meet with abuse victims in Dublin
Pope Francis is likely to meet with victims of clerical sexual abuse later this week, a papal spokesman announced on... Read more
Irish bishops and abuse survivors respond to pope’s letter
Several Irish bishops, as well as victims of clerical sexual abuse in the country, have offered responses to a letter... Read more
Francis hopes Ireland visit will bring unity, reconciliation
Pope Francis said in a video message to the Irish people Tuesday he hopes his visit will bring about unity... Read more
Cardinal O’Malley apologizes for missed letter on McCarrick allegations
Cardinal Sean O’Malley of Boston has issued an apology for not seeing a 2015 letter to his office, which detailed... Read more
Safeguarding commission member: bishops' role in crisis must be acknowledged
A member of Pope Francis’ commission for the protection of minors said Tuesday that the role bishops and superiors have... Read more
'Natural cycles' fertility app gets FDA approval to prevent pregnancy
The FDA has approved a fertility-tracking app that boasts a lower unintended pregnancy rate than the pill, without the side... Read more
Journalist-turned-missionary finds happiness in evangelization
Belén Manrique had a promising career in journalism, surrounded by good friends and family. But at age 30, she left... Read more
Cardinal Wuerl's name vandalized on Catholic high school sign
A Catholic high school named after Cardinal Donald Wuerl was vandalized Monday, following continued criticism of the cardinal’s handling of... Read more
Irish bishop: Church must be unafraid to engage difficult questions
Faced with daunting cultural challenges, the Church must engage in difficult discussions rather than seeking quick answers, said Bishop Donal... Read more
After religious liberty win, judge orders payment to Catholic Benefits Association
A federal judge has ordered that $718,000 in compensation be paid to the Catholic Benefits Association after its successful religious... Read more
Seminarian: Despite devastation, faith has grown in Venezuela
When Juan Pablo Hernandez returns to his home in the Archdiocese of Maracaibo, Venezuela next year, he will face a... Read more
Knights of Columbus announce St John Vianney relic tour
The Supreme Knight of the Knights of Columbus announced Tuesday that the fraternal organization will sponsor a US tour of... Read more
