In an interview with The Central Minnesota Catholic, the former Rome bureau chief of Catholic News Service talks about his memories of the retired pope and his impact on the future of the papacy.
Veteran Catholic journalist and St. John’s alum reflects on Pope Benedict’s legacy
Pope Benedict’s 2008 U.S. visit a whirlwind with timely, pointed messages
When Pope Benedict came to the United States for a visit to Washington and New York spanning six days in mid-April 2008, some news accounts called the pace of his schedule “grueling.”
Nation/World news briefs: Dec. 19, 2022
In focus: Antisemitism, Nicaraguan crisis, clemency for Christmas
French bishops set up national church court recommended by abuse report
France’s Catholic bishops have set up what they believe to be the world’s first major national church court, replacing a previous network of local tribunals, although sexual abuse cases involving children will still be referred to the Vatican.
Two religious orders face off in Montreal courtroom over abuse liability
The Grey Nuns of Montreal are asking a Canadian court that the Congregation of Holy Cross compensate them should they be required to pay the victims of clergy sexual abuse who are part of the class action authorized against the order of women religious.
Former priest convicted of sexual abuse dispensed from clerical state
Father Anthony Oelrich, a former priest of the Diocese of St. Cloud, has been laicized — dispensed from the clerical state — the diocese announced Nov 22.
Nation/World news briefs: Nov. 21, 2022
In focus: National Prayer Vigil for Life set, Maryland AG files motion to release sex abuse report, cardinal celebrates Mass for Ukraine
Advisory council suggests bishops guide ministries on gender dysphoria
An advisory body to the U.S. bishops has called for the development of practical and pastoral guidance on gender dysphoria to help laypeople and clergy in their ministries in parishes, schools and other settings.