The Vatican recently published the English translation of the final document of the Synod of Bishops on Young People, the Faith, and Vocational Discernment. The Synod ended in Rome on October 28, 2018, after a month of discussions, debates, writing, and voting. Throughout the Synod, bishops, auditors, and observers commented on the discussion. “We worked …
CHICAGO – Catholic bishops from the United States will begin 2019 with seven days of spiritual reflection and retreat. The bishops are gathered on the grounds of the University of St. Mary of the Lake at Mundelein Seminary north of Chicago from January 2 to 8, 2019. Preacher to the Papal Household, Capuchin Friar Father …
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ILLINOIS – Illinois’ attorney general, Lisa Madigan, released the findings of her preliminary investigation into the six Catholic dioceses in the state. Findings reveal that the six dioceses failed to disclose accusations of sex abuse concerning at least 500 priests and clergy members. “Clergy sexual abuse of minors in Illinois is significantly more extensive than …
SALT LAKE CITY – The Diocese of Salt Lake City released the names of priests facing credible allegations of sexual misconduct with minors since 1950. The report details allegations, when the incidents were brought to the attention of the diocese and law enforcement, and the actions taken in response to the allegations. The nineteen clergy …
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NEW JERSEY – Cardinal Joseph Tobin, the Archbishop of Newark, announced today that the Dioceses of New Jersey will soon release the names of all priests and deacons who have been credibly accused of sexually abusing minors. The Catholic Dioceses in New Jersey are under a complete review of files. The complete review is coordinated …
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FRANCE – A Catholic priest accused of sexual misconduct in France committed suicide last week. Father Pierre-Yves Fumery was 38 years old. He was found in his residence in Gien this past weekend. Last week, police had questioned Father Fumery about allegations of sexual assault involving a child under the age of fifteen. Bishop Jacques …
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VATICAN CITY – Pope Francis has prepared a “thorough preliminary investigation” into the abuse allegations against Archbishop Theodore Edgar McCarrick. The church will eventually “make known the conclusions” to the public. The statement issued by the Vatican on October 6, 2018 did not mention the the Viganò accusation against Pope Francis, which accused the pontiff of …
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SALINA – Bishop Gerald Vincke of the Diocese of Salina received a phone call from Cardinal Donald Wuerl of Washington, D.C. on September 13th, 2018. After exchanging pleasantries, Cardinal Wuerl requested Bishop Vincke’s permission to allow Archbishop Theodore McCarrick to reside at the Saint Fidelis Capuchin Friary in Victoria, Kansas. McCarrick, now 88 years old, will …
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There is no doubt we are witnessing an unprecedented moment in the history of our Church. With each news story that breaks it seems the filth, depravity, and lies of some of the successors to the apostles only grows. There have been numerous opinions, and prescriptions for how we should navigate this time of hurt, …
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At first a limited release, the missing-person thriller Searching has garnered rave reviews from the nation’s top critics. It’s an impressive showing for first-time director Aneesh Chaganty, a former Google employee. Critics have hailed the film as a contemporary take on a familiar “whodunit” story, and they point to John Cho’s performance as particularly moving. …
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