By David Werning (OSV News) — Have you heard of the word “indulgence” but aren’t exactly sure what it means? You’re not alone. Indulgences come with a lot of baggage. …
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Catholics in the U.S. share their gratitude for Venerable Fulton J. Sheen following news the Vatican has permitted his cause to proceed to beatification.
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Venerable Fulton J. Sheen will soon be beatified, now that the Vatican has given the green light, the Diocese of Peoria, Illinois, announced Feb. 9.
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“We call on Catholics and all New Yorkers to reject physician-assisted suicide for themselves, their loved ones, and those in their care,” the bishops said.
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, measles is one of the most contagious diseases and can be dangerous in babies and young children.
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Archbishop Aquila, who has led the Denver Archdiocese since 2012, submitted his resignation to the pope when on Sept. 24 he turned 75, as required by canon law.
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“He steps into a massive new role leading 2.5 million Catholics in New York,” but will be “grounded by his love of God, the poor and the people he serves.”
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The United States “has a substantial interest in the enforcement of rules prohibiting discrimination by government funding recipients.”
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“What’s going on in our country is horrible, and it’s really important for our young generation to use our voices to stand up for what’s right.”
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“(This) is an opportunity for us to prayerfully reflect on the ways history has been preserved, honored, and passed on across generations.”
