On Wednesday, the German bishops’ conference sought to correct reports that the cardinal endorsed the blessing of same-sex unions.
Michael J. O’Loughlin
Michael J. O’Loughlin is national correspondent at America and author of Hidden Mercy: AIDS, Catholics, and the Untold Stories of Compassion in the Face of Fear.
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Parishes should welcome women who feel unheard, Catholic leaders say in response to ‘America’ survey
“Women’s perspectives should be at the heart of conversations about how to build up the church,” said Kim Daniels.
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Bishops of Boston and Philadelphia make a friendly Super Bowl bet
Should the Pats win, which oddsmakers say is likely, Archbishop Chaput will donate $100 to Catholic Charities of Boston.
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Hate Valentines Day? This year, celebrate Ash Wednesday instead
Catholics are being given a reprieve from that most noxious of American holidays: Valentine’s Day.
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‘Why does the church hate gay people?’ Boston bishop seeks to listen to young people
“We are losing three generations of people, and we need to hear why,” said Bishop Mark O’Connell.
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After Pope Francis outrages sex abuse victims, top adviser questions pope’s words
“Pope Francis’ statements…were a source of great pain for survivors of sexual abuse,” Cardinal O’Malley said in a statement released Jan. 20.
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In Trump’s first year, Catholic leaders made strong condemnations along with calls to do more
The U.S. bishops had an unusually busy year issuing positive and negative statements about the new president, but some hoped for more decisive action against his policies.
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President Trump addresses March for Life, pledges to fight ‘permissive’ abortion laws
President Trump’s video appearance at the march culminates a year of pro-life appointments and administrative actions to limit abortions.
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Catholic leaders condemn Trump remarks about Haiti, Africa
Earlier on Friday, the Vatican’s newspaper called the president’s remarks “harsh” and “offensive.” Later, a senior official for the U.S. bishops conference released a statement highlighting the racial elements of Mr. Trump’s comments.
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With an eye toward tradition, young adult Catholics gather with Focus to talk evangelization
Focus is a nearly 20-year-old evangelization ministry started by a layperson who was frustrated that non-Catholic student groups seemed more successful in spreading the faith on college campuses.