Siler succeeds Theresa Patterson, founder of the Catholic nonprofit organization and its executive director since 1978.
Parish Twinning Program of the Americas names new executive director
Portugal abuse commission urges victims to come forward during home visits
The commission asked public figures to submit messages encouraging victims to “give voice to their silence” and said it counted on Portuguese media to publicize its work.
Caritas celebrates its ‘local heroes’ who provide compassion, aid worldwide
Caritas Internationalis was marking World Humanitarian Day, Aug. 19, with the campaign, “Our Local Heroes,” as a way to thank Caritas staff “for their service, for their professionalism and effectiveness, for their heart, for their compassion, for their solidarity, for the hope they bring,” and to call for needed action.
Path of peace: Shadow of war looms over pope’s Kazakhstan visit
While the purpose of Pope Francis’ visit to Kazakhstan will be to attend the Congress of World and Traditional Religions, the interreligious meeting also will serve as the backdrop for his long-awaited meeting with Russian Orthodox Patriarch Kirill.
Idaho Supreme Court upholds state law banning most abortions
On Aug. 12, 2022, the Idaho Supreme Court upheld the state’s ban on abortion except in cases of rape, incest or to save the life of the mother.
Kenyan bishops urge calm as presidential election dispute emerges
While citizens have long voted peacefully, losing candidates for the presidency have repeatedly rejected the outcome as either rigged or marred by irregularities, triggering postelection violence and mass protests.
Cardinal Ouellet, Vatican official, among clergy accused of abuse in lawsuit
Archdiocesan authorities were informed in January 2021 of the allegations against Cardinal Ouellet.
Dolan: As Jesus taught, church must welcome, help newly arrived migrants
Catholic Charities has been “steadfast in accompanying immigrants and refugees for over a century,” and serving these asylum-seekers who “suddenly and unexpectedly arrive at our doorstep” is no different.