The Catholic bishops of Minnesota have begun plans to implement a reopening schedule for public worship in parishes throughout the state.
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Pastor apologizes for words ‘hurtful to Muslims’ in homily on immigration
In a homily Father VanDenBroeke gave on Jan. 5, the feast of the Epiphany and, in Minnesota, Immigration Sunday, he acknowledged the complexity of immigration as a political issue and that the Bible challenges Catholics to “welcome strangers.”
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Laity said to be key as county oversight of Minnesota archdiocese ends
Ramsey County Attorney John Choi and his staff have been deeply involved in the efforts of the archdiocese to improve its policies, procedures and practices around protecting children from sexual abuse during the past four years.
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Judge approves Minnesota archdiocese’s $210 million settlement plan
A U.S. Bankruptcy Court judge Sept. 25 approved the reorganization plan of the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis, including a $210 million settlement for victim-survivor remuneration.
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Minnesota prelate ‘steps aside’ from responsibilities with Napa Institute
Archbishop John C. Nienstedt has “stepped aside from his responsibilities” at the Napa Institute, the Irvine, California-based organization announced Aug. 15.
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Ordination of first U.S.-born Hmong-American priest a milestone
Hmong-American Catholics came in large numbers to the Cathedral of St. Paul May 26 dressed in native attire to celebrate the first U.S.-born Hmong-American to be ordained a priest.
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Archdiocese’s joint reorganization plan provides $210 million to survivors
The settlement is the largest ever reached in a bankruptcy case related to clergy sex abuse.
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Scientists, farmers, and theologians agree: Agriculture is a ‘noble vocation’
Ministering in rural areas should be rooted in building relationships that understand people’s connection to their land.
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Minnesota bishop denies coercing abuse victim to remain silent
The Diocese of Crookston issued the statement in response to a lawsuit filed that day against the bishop and the diocese.
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Twin Cities archbishop calls for healing community divisions
“It’s really a privilege to be able to offer up whatever we’re going through,” a cathedral parishioner said.