Sister Norma Pimentel called for an end to the “Remain in Mexico” policy that keeps would-be asylum-seekers on the other side of the border until their case is adjudicated.
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Vatican task force calls for an end to arms production
A Vatican task force considering the issues concerning the world today is urging an end to arms production in favor of tackling the problems of human health, peace and security.
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As cases of virus spike in Arizona, Tucson bishop suspends public worship
With the virus raging in the American southwest, public worship has been again suspended with the goal of preventing any additional spread of the disease.
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Fighting racism means putting faith in action, say Black Catholics
The recent racial unrest has special poignancy for Black Catholics, who wish and work for change not only in American society, but in the Catholic Church as well.
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USCCB’s 2020 Natural Family Planning Awareness Week slated for July 19-25
In its observance of Natural Family Planning Awareness Week, the USCCB is launching a campaign to celebrate “God’s design for married love and the gift of life.”
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100-plus bishops demand supply chain due diligence ‘now more than ever’
Bishops from around the world are demanding that governments pay attention to the plight of workers in the international supply chain, stating that “acts of violence and suffering” are the result of behaviors of irresponsible companies.
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Bishop Soto: ‘Strenuous labor’ of ending racism shouldn’t be ‘toppled’ by looting
Bishop Jaime Soto of Sacramento has said that toppling statues does not bring about establishing the hard work of justice and “does little to build the future.”
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Faith leaders ask Congress to boost overseas pandemic aid
Faith-based organizations are pleading with Congress to fund world-wide pandemic relief efforts.
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Australian bishops reject criticism of move to single safeguarding office
The Catholic bishops of Australia are refuting claims that they are not doing enough to combat sexual abuse within the church.
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Mexican bishops call for more robust response to COVID-19 crisis
Mexico’s bishops are calling for civil authorities to “make all possible efforts” to assist the people economically and medically during the pandemic.