Former president Donald J. Trump was the target of an apparent assassination attempt Sept. 15, weeks after being wounded in a previous attack during a campaign rally in Pennsylvania.
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U.S. bishops denounce the exploitation of migrants and children in Labor Day message
This Labor Day, may we recognize all the laborers in the Lord’s vineyard and embrace them for who they truly are—our brothers and sisters.
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Indigenous parishioners shocked by removal of ‘Apache Christ’ icon from their New Mexico church
Indigenous Catholics in New Mexico are reeling after an image of Christ as an Apache holy man was taken from a Mescalero mission. The church’s pastor has fallen under suspicion of complicity in the removal.
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Bishops’ report: U.S. church abuse allegations are down, but complacency is dangerous.
The U.S. Catholic bishops’ latest annual report on child and youth protection shows abuse allegations are down, while safe environment protocols have taken root in the church—but guarding against complacency about abuse prevention is critical, as is providing ongoing support for survivors.
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U.S. synod report key themes: church life, social justice and vocations
Growth, undeniable tensions and “a deep desire to rebuild and strengthen” the body of Christ have emerged as key themes in the latest synod report for the Catholic Church in the U.S.
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Pope Francis clarifies same-sex blessings, says conservatives have a ‘suicidal attitude’ in ‘60 Minutes’ interview
In an interview with Norah O’Donnell April 24 on “60 Minutes,” Pope Francis clarified that “Fiducia Supplicans” didn’t allow blessings of “the union” but of “each person.”
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Chicago priest apologizes for ‘words and visuals’ used in same-sex blessing inside church
Vincentian Father Joseph S. Williams, pastor of St. Vincent de Paul Parish in Chicago, said in a May 8 statement that he was “deeply sorry for any confusion and/or anger that this has caused, particularly for the People of God.”
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Columbia University chaplain: Catholics called to be peacemakers amid campus protests
”The division and hatred that have been part of these protests and demonstrations do not come from the true God,” Father Roger L. Landry said.
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Louisiana State Police execute search warrant at New Orleans Archdiocese for sex abuse records
The Archdiocese of New Orleans had been ordered by a New Orleans criminal court to turn over records relating to a long-running criminal investigation involving multiple accused priests.
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U.S. Catholic leaders applaud Vatican document on human dignity
The Vatican’s new declaration, “Dignitas Infinita” (”Infinite Dignity”), garners praise from U.S. Catholic leaders for its comprehensive addressing of key issues surrounding human dignity, including poverty, migration, abuse, gender issues, and digital violence.