Diocese of Ogdensburg, N.Y., files for bankruptcy in 'difficult, painful decision'
Six of the state's eight dioceses have now sought protection in response to a wave of sexual abuse lawsuits.
Abuse allegations down, but challenges remain, say U.S. bishops in report
One area of concern centers on the protection of "vulnerable adults," a definition for which is not contained in the charter.
Iowa lawmakers pass 6-week ban on most abortions; court challenge already filed
Unless the court intervenes, the law would take effect immediately July 14
FDA approves first over-the-counter birth control pill
The move will increase the availability of oral contraception and impact ongoing debates about abortion policy post-Dobbs.
'A CHILLING IMPACT'
Bishop reacts to news of the proposed closing of the Burdett Birth Center.
USCCB 'rejoices' at announcement of two cardinals-designate with 'deep ties' to U.S.
U.S.-born Archbishop Robert F. Prevost and French Archbishop Christophe Pierre will be installed on Sept. 30
Pope appoints hundreds to attend Synod of Bishops on Synodality
Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan of New York will take part in the synod from Oct. 4-29
Catholic Central School launches Innovative middle school electives
Courses include engineering, podcasting and coding applications
High court strikes down affirmative action admission policies backed by Catholic universities
Supporters of affirmative action policies argue they help to address the lasting impact of racism in American society.
Supreme Court expands protections for workers seeking to observe holy days, Sunday rest
Case involved former postal worker who was denied an accommodation to observe his Sunday Sabbath
New York lawmakers aim to shield abortion doctors from out-of-state prosecutions
Catholic Conference says 'New York has sought to become the abortion capital of the United States.'
WORK FOR FREEDOM, JUSTICE
Juneteenth offers important reminders, cardinal says
CHRIST IS THE 'TRUE NORTH'
Archbishop Pierre: Synodality empowers the church to be 'more effective' in its mission
'COMMITTED TO THE COMMON GOOD'
USCCB president lays out vision of church
U.S. archbishops, cardinal call for reparation and prayer to Sacred Heart amid 'blasphemy'
The Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus is June 16.
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