Central African Republic Mired in Violence Amid Threat of Genocide
A year of violence threatening the stability of the Central African Republic has escalated in recent weeks, amidst warnings of the potential for genocide.
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US Bishops’ President: Pope Calls Us to ‘See the Person First’
Pope Francis is calling Catholics to follow Christ in the Gospels through a personal encounter with the most vulnerable in society, says the new leader of U.S. bishops.
Cardinal Turkson Links Care for Environment with Human Life
Respect for the environment is a matter of justice, connected to respect for human life and founded upon our relationship with God and his creation, said Cardinal Peter Turkson of Ghana.
DOMA Ruled Unconstitutional, Prop 8 Case Dismissed for Lack of Standing
The DOMA ruling is more sweeping than was expected, the Prop 8 ruling was expected
Bishops call new mandate proposal insufficient
Card. Dolan says "the government’s new proposals to modify the contraception mandate fall short of offering the necessary protections for religious freedom"
HHS offers minor revisions, clarifications on mandate
The public can now comment on the department’s Notice of Proposed Rulemaking until early April