Seminarian Brian Bergkamp had been missing since he saved the life of a woman who fell into the Arkansas River on July 9.
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Poll: Majority of Americans say they approve of restrictions on abortion
“Strong majorities also oppose taxpayer funding, support the right of conscientious objectors to opt out of abortions, and would generally limit the procedure to—at most—the first trimester.”
Health alert for Italian WYD pilgrims after young woman dies
The Italian bishops’ conference advised all pilgrims who visited or attended events at its Casa Italia center in Krakow to see a doctor.
Maryland church becomes place of refuge in catastrophic flood
“We’re looking for the most focused ways the parish can support the rebuilding, both financially as well as material support.”
Boston Cardinal Sean P. O’Malley worries about Trump catalyzing divisiveness, scapegoating
“I worry about his rhetoric,” said the cardinal in response to the question by a reporter during an interview with Raidio Teilifis Eireann. “It’s very easy to stir up resentment and to blame groups of people.”
Now’s the time to have your voice heard about the contraceptive mandate
The government is seeking public comments on how to comply with moral objections to contraceptive coverage.
MLB star Mike Piazza credits his Catholic faith at Hall of Fame induction
“My mother gave me the greatest gift a mother can give a child. She gave me the gift of my Catholic faith,” Piazza said.
A special Mass celebrates all immigrants in Los Angeles
“This is the story of Los Angeles, the story of the state of California and the story of our country—which is a nation of immigrants,” said Los Angeles Archbishop Jose H. Gomez.
Why Latino Catholics are key to the future of the church in the U.S.
Today, more than half of U.S. millennial Catholics—ages 14 to 34—are Hispanic as are two-thirds of Catholics under 35 who attend church regularly.
After fatal shootings in Batan Rouge, Bishops call for prayer, action
“Words cannot express the emotions we feel for those who have lost loved ones in the tragic events of this day,” Bishop Muench said.
