The archbishop said Christians are called to defend abuse victims, 'assuming our responsibility in what concerns us, but urging that the entire society also adopt appropriate measures, starting with government leaders,' he added.
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The parish itself, which is in the process of building a new sanctuary about half a mile from its current site, was relatively untouched, but homes 'half a mile to a mile' away were flattened.
In an exclusive interview with EWTN News, archbishop talks about Pope Francis, who he describes as a ‘beacon of mercy and compassion’; the Synod on Synodality; being a cardinal; and his hopes for the Church in Asia.
In an exclusive interview with ACI MENA, CNA’s Arabic-language news partner, Al-Sayegh’s brother, Fady Al-Sayegh, who has resided in Egypt since earlier this year, shared his pain at receiving the devastating news about his sister.
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Since Pope Francis’ visit to Colombia in September 2017 and his meeting with victims of the armed conflict, they have established a National Day of Prayer for Reconciliation and Peace to be celebrated every May 3.
‘God, the first principle and the end of all things, can be known with certainty from the created world by the natural light of human reason.’ (Vatican Council I)
‘After Christ’s example, I forgive my persecutors. I do not hate them. I ask God to have pity on all, and I hope my blood will fall on my fellow men as a fruitful rain.’
One document cited in the affidavit states that one specific archbishop 'was aware of rampant sexual abuse throughout the archdiocese,' but the affidavit leaves out the archbishop’s name.
Pope Francis urged his listeners to welcome God into their daily lives — freely and completely — in spite of life’s difficulties, uncertainties, and tribulations.
The Eucharistic Convention concluded with an emotional Holy Hour of Eucharistic adoration in which participants were able to open their hearts and experience the real presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist.
The rules, published on May 1, establish guidance for lifesaving measures and clarify that certain procedures, including treatment for ectopic pregnancies, are not considered abortion and remain legal under the Florida Heartbeat Protection Act, which went into effect on Wednesday.
Catholic actor Jonathan Roumie, Cardinal Stephen Chow of Hong Kong, Harrison Butker of the Kansas City Chiefs, and Father Mike Schmitz will address the Class of 2024.
These contraceptives include condoms, birth control pills, and some drugs that the USCCB has warned can induce abortions in early stages of pregnancy.