Catholic leaders say they support abolishing time limits for criminal prosecution and expanding background checks for people who work with children. But they also point to an existing law that protects public institutions from “look back” lawsuits and say that it creates a double standard.
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Holy Thursday: Cardinal Tagle washes feet of priest kidnapped by rebels
Manila Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle washed the feet of a priest who had been held captive for months and the parents of a slain Filipino migrant worker.
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Young cancer survivor from Ohio meets Pope Francis
For Peter and his family, the significance of Pope Francis’ gesture wasn’t just a dream come true, but a sign that God had bigger and better plans in store for them.
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To honor Rev. King, ‘deepen’ commitment to work for justice, bishops urge
In reflecting on Rev. King’s life and work, “what are we being asked to do for the sake of our brother or sister who still suffers under the weight of racism?”
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Pakistani court ruling aims to publicly identify all religious minorities
“Many people will face socioeconomic exclusion if the order is implemented.”
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Priest’s death shows fragility of peace in Central African Republic
Cardinal Dieudone Nzapalainga of Bangui joined Imam Omar Kobine Layama March 26 in denouncing the priest’s killing.
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Report: Key unofficial bishop in Vatican-China deal detained
The AsiaNews agency said Mindong Bishop Vincent Guo Xijin and his chancellor were taken away Monday, at the start of Holy Week.
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No Holy Week observance planned in war-torn Philippine city
Bishop Edwin de la Pena of Marawi assured Catholics in the region that other parishes not affected by the fighting will continue their ministries.
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Cardinal Dolan: NYC firefighter killed on movie set radiated “goodness, valor and virtue”
Cardinal Timothy Dolan, noting that Catholics are observing Holy Week, said that Fire Department of New York Lt. Michael Davidson gave his life for others, as Jesus did.
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Pope praises French policeman who gave his life to save hostage
“I particularly recognize the generous and heroic act of Lieutenant-Colonel Arnaud Beltrame who gave his life out of a desire to protect people,” the pope said.