National / International News:
Papacy of Pope Benedict XVI highlighted his pastoral, scholarly, holy life, says Cardinal Dolan
February 11, 2013
WASHINGTON—Cardinal Timothy Dolan of New York, president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, issued this statement moments after learning of the resignation of Pope Benedict XVI on February 11, 2013
Archbishop Jose H. Gomez calls Senate immigration framework important first step
January 30, 2013
WASHINGTON—Archbishop José H. Gomez of Los Angeles, chairman of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops' Committee on Migration, welcomed principles set forth by a group of eight U.S. Senators as a blueprint for reform of our nation's immigration system.
Bishop Soto announces half a million dollars to victims of Hurricane Sandy
November 15, 2012
WASHINGTON—The Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD), the domestic anti-poverty program of the U.S. bishops, has approved a grant of half a million dollars to assist victims of Hurricane Sandy along the East Coast of the United States. CCHD will also launch a national strategic grant program to address poverty-related issues across the country.
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USCCB says Administration mandate violates First Amendment freedoms of Religious Orders and others (March 21, 2013)
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