Sustained damage varies but state and some dioceses remained disconnected.
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This priest’s story of persecution brought Pope Francis to tears. Now he’s making him a cardinal.
Cardinal-designate Ernest Simoni will be one of 17 prelates elevated to cardinal in a consistory on Nov. 19 at the Vatican.
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Colombian president wins Nobel Peace Prize for efforts to end civil war
The prize “should also be seen as a tribute to the Colombian people who, despite great hardships and abuses, have not given up hope of a just peace.”
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Catholic Charities makes affordable housing a priority
“Across the entire country, regardless of the demographics of the area, affordable housing was seen as absolutely critical right now.”
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NY archdiocese offers compensation program for abuse survivors
Under the plan people with abuse claims already pending with the church would have until Jan. 31 to apply for compensation.
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Relief in Haiti slowed by Hurricane damage
Sixteen deaths, including 10 in Haiti, were blamed on the storm in the region.
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Catholic and Anglican bishops missioned with goal of unity
“We have lost sight of the brother who was alongside us, we have become incapable of recognizing him and of rejoicing over the gifts and grace we each have received.”
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Racial bias at heart of death penalty case before Supreme Court
Duane Buck’s innocence or guilt is not at stake for the murders. What is called into question is whether he was given a fair sentence.
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Abortion proposal overwhelmingly rejected in Poland
The Law and Justice party finds itself on the defensive after angering groups on all sides—women, its traditional opposition, moderates among its own electorate and religious conservatives.
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Catholic institutions plan to divest from fossil fuel companies
“Climate change is already affecting poor and marginalized communities globally…. We are called to take a stand,”