Archbishop Wester: "Countless nonprofits and civic organizations work to fill food baskets, but some legislators want to take food out of another basket, the grocery basket, with their proposed food tax."

"The week serves as both a time for prayer and action to highlight the contributions of immigrants and vulnerable populations coming to the United States."

Dear Pope Francis, dear Holy Father, as a father please take care of my life. I am very much depressed. My health is deteriorating," the priest is seen saying.

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.”

The greatest gift parents can offer their children is the space to allow them to become fully themselves.

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