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Catholic Church Calls for Ethical Approaches to Infertility, Criticizes IVF for Violating Life’s Sanctity

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Bishop Michael F. Burbidge of Arlington, chairman of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Committee on Pro-Life Activities, has called for greater focus on ethical treatments for …

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Orthodox-Catholic Theological Consultation Releases New Statement on Pastoral Care of Mixed Marriages

WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a significant move towards shared understanding, the North American Orthodox-Catholic Theological Consultation has announced the publication of a new agreed statement titled, “The Pastoral Care of …

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Archdiocese of Philadelphia Launches 49th Annual Rice Bowl Initiative: Aiding Global and Local Hunger Relief Efforts

PHILADELPHIA, PA — The Archdiocese of Philadelphia has kicked off its 49th annual Catholic Relief Services (CRS) Rice Bowl initiative, a nationwide Lenten program aimed at helping individuals put their …

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Bishop Barron Echoes Pope Francis’ Condemnation of Surrogacy: A Call for the Dignity of Women and Children

WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a reflection supporting the recent remarks of Pope Francis, Bishop Robert Barron of Winona-Rochester, chairman of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Committee on Laity, Marriage, …

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