Church Universal
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A source of news and stories concerning the Church, its people, and the world.
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The sources below change often, some on a daily basis, and are on a wide variety of topics of interest to all Catholics— hence, the heading of Church Universal. With this in mind, there is likely always something of interest appearing, giving visitors a reason to return regularly. Food for the mind and soul.
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Catholic News Service:
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NEW YORK (CNS) — Though it comes wrapped up in a slick package, the actioner...
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NEW YORK (CNS) — In adapting his script partner Alan Zweibel’s short story “The Prize”...
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CHICAGO (CNS) — Interfaith leaders in Chicago May 2 rallied against racism and rising incidents...
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News from the Vatican:
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Much is still unknown about the 2019 novel coronavirus and why it can kill so many people and yet also can infect many more without causing any symptoms, Dr. Anthony Fauci, the United States' top...
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Meeting new recruits to the Swiss Guard, Pope Francis thanked the young men for having chosen to serve the successor of St. Peter and he thanked all the guards for their diligence and service.
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Pope Francis says society, both in the wider world and within the Church, is crumbling due to “myopic and aggressive forms of nationalism and radical individualism,” and it’s those who live in the...
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Diocesan News
Bishop Zubik's Statement on the George Floyd Case Verdict
"Every human life is precious to God. The verdict in the George Floyd case is a declaration that we must all be committed to the protection of everyone in the community and that our communities are committed to justice. It is my prayer that this verdict is not an end, but an important step on the road to uprooting the sin of racism from our hearts and from our communities."
(4/20/21 - Pittsburgh Catholic)
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Today's Readings:
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Reading I Acts 16:1-10Responsorial Psalm 100:1b-2, 3, 5Gospel Jn 15:18-21
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Video ReportingAround the Globe:
Below are videos from various sources reporting on the news and topics of the day.
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Vatican YouTube
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Rome Reports
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Catholic News Service
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Commentary:
Videos and articles to lend inspiration, stimulate thought, and stir conversation...
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Word on Fire
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on Violence at U.S. Capitol
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bishop zubik
January 6, 2021
With a heavy heart, I have watched
the unfolding, violent protests
at our nation’s Capitol.
To all of you, my sisters and brothers
in southwestern Pennsylvania and beyond:
I invite you to join me in prayer
that our shared love for our nation
will truly unite us.
May God guide us
to respond to the challenges of our day
with a spirit of peace, and of faith, hope and love.
God bless America! God bless us all! -
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Pope Francis
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Bishop Barron
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On Racism and Defending Life
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ALL MEN AND WOMEN ARE CREATED IN GOD'S IMAGE
Racism is a sin, the effects of which have become painfully and violently evident in cities across the U.S. in recent weeks. The Catholic Church has always held that every human being, regardless of his or her skin color, is made in the image and likeness of God, and therefore, has intrinsic value and worth. Racism destroys that dignity that God bestows. It has no place in our societies or in our hearts.
For additional reading, prayers and resources, go to the Insights page.
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Re-imagined: The
Pittsburgh Catholic 'Online'A new, online version of the Pittsburgh Catholic is now live! It offers some of the stories, columns and updates you loved in the printed newspaper alongside fresh, new content to connect you to your faith. Issues can be downloaded from the site for readers to print for their own reference or to share with others who do not have internet access. We welcome it back and pray for a successful relaunch.
About The Pittsburgh Catholic
Founded in 1844 by the first bishop of Pittsburgh, The Pittsburgh Catholic was a print publication until the COVID-19 Pandemic hit in March 2020. At that time it was the oldest Catholic newspaper in continuous publication in the United States. The news operation resumed, with an online edition only, in late September 2020.
Access the new online edition by clicking on the image.
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The Pittsburgh Catholic is the official news source of the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh, and serves as a valuable resource for the history of this region.
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