The U.S. bishops have published statements condemning three executive orders in President Trump’s first week.
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Responding to Trump’s ban, top Catholic bishops pledge solidarity with Muslim refugees
“The bond between Christians and Muslims is founded on the unbreakable strength of charity and justice.”
Posted inDispatches, Politics & Society
Catholic bishops urge Congress not to repeal Obamacare without a replacement
The law has brought about important gains in coverage and those gains should be protected.
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Cardinal Dolan has a minute to read from Book of Wisdom at Trump’s inauguration
The inauguration of a new president can be a time of hope and renewal for the country, Cardinal Dolan said.
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U.S. bishops support legislative bridge for ‘Dreamers’
Under current law many so-called Dreamers are technically subject to deportation to home countries.
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Pope Francis offers message of hope to migrants living in the United States
Archbishop José Gomez of Los Angeles called the video “a beautiful message…and I think that is what we need right now, more hope for the future.”
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Stop culture of brutality, says Nigerian archbishop
The Diocese of Kafanchan, located in the area, estimated more than 800 people were killed, and damages to property and foodstuffs topped $17.5 million.
Posted inDispatches, Faith
Catholic bishops: Remember when you were immigrants, too
“Let us remind ourselves of those moments when our loved ones were forced to seek the mercy of others in a new land.”
Posted inDispatches, Politics & Society
New York’s Cardinal Dolan will pray at Trump’s inauguration
Cardinal Dolan said he looks forward “to asking Almighty God to inspire and guide our new President and to continue to bless our great Nation.”
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Swiss bishop: No last rites for patients seeking assisted suicide
The bishop said contemporary society was “showered with random data” and often showed a “frightening superficiality towards moral issues.”