Cardinal Blase J. Cupich of Chicago offered prayers for slain police officer Ella French and her family and friends “as they cope with the terrible reality that their loved one was taken from them in another act of senseless violence.”
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Body of Priest Who Ministered to Yellow Fever Victims Exhumed in Tennessee
At 10:50 on the morning of July 27, Father J. David Carter’s voice rang out at Mount Olivet Cemetery in Chattanooga: “We are about to lift the coffin from the grave.” And with that, the sainthood cause of Father Patrick Ryan, who has the title “Servant of God,” took a crucial step, as the exhumation of his remains for reentombment at the Basilica of Sts. Peter and Paul could proceed.
Church Leaders Work to Protect Hyde Amendment As Bill Heads to House
Members of the U.S. bishops’ conference pro-life arm say they view the Aug. 10 vote by the U.S. Senate to preserve the Hyde Amendment as an important sign that the provision still has bipartisan support.
Hyde Amendment Saved; U.S. Bishops Welcome Passage of Infrastructure Bill
The U.S. bishops conference on Aug. 10 applauded the U.S. Senate passing the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act for how it “affects those on the margins of society” and looks to protect the environment.
Dioceses Begin to Address Vaccine Mandates, Religious Exemptions
As more institutions enact COVID-19 vaccination mandates, Catholic leaders find themselves answering questions from parishioners about whether or not they can claim a religious exemption from getting the jab.
Lawmakers Respond to Cuomo Resignation, Hochul to Become New York’s First Female Governor
Lawmakers in Congress and in state government reacted to the resignation announcement by Andrew Cuomo, the three-term New York governor who is enmeshed in a sex abuse scandal.
Cuomo Resigns, But Maintains No ‘Credible Factual Basis’ To Claims
Andrew Cuomo, the three-term New York governor enmeshed in a sex abuse scandal, announced his resignation from office, citing his desire to avoid being “a distraction” as the state continues to battle the COVID-19 pandemic.
Cuomo Top Aide Resigns, Accuser Speaks Out, As Impeachment Looms
The walls appear to be closing in on Gov. Andrew Cuomo. In a fast-moving series of developments since the Aug. 3 release of Attorney General Letitia James’ report detailing allegations of sexual harassment committed by Cuomo, the New York State Legislature moved closer to impeaching the governor as calls by lawmakers for his resignation increased.
Knights Name 2021 International Family of Year, Honor Five Local Councils
The Knights of Columbus named the Steciak family of Rembieszyce, Poland, as the organization’s 2021 International Family of the Year.
‘Something Needs to be Done’ About Gun Violence in NY
Whoever succeeds current Mayor Bill de Blasio should know that the city’s future depends on public safety, said Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio of the Diocese of Brooklyn.