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Texas prelate says his elevation shows church’s growth

HOUSTON – Cardinal-designate Daniel N. DiNardo of Galveston-Houston called Pope Benedict XVI’s decision to name him a cardinal “very humbling and surprising,” but also said it illustrates the Vatican’s recognition of the church’s growth “in the Southern part of the United States.”
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Vatican norms insist on ‘generous’ approval for use of Tridentine rite

VATICAN CITY – A new Vatican instruction calls on local bishops and pastors to respond generously to Catholics who seek celebration of the Mass according to the 1962 Roman Missal, commonly known as the Tridentine rite.
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Catholic newspaper to offer free ads for jobless and employers

PROVIDENCE, R.I. – With Rhode Island’s unemployment rate one of the highest in the nation, Bishop Thomas J. Tobin of Providence has announced a new weekly feature to connect unemployed Rhode Islanders with companies offering jobs.
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Grief groups help survivors cope

On top of shock and grief, those who suffer the loss of a loved one also feel alone. Grief support groups help by offering education – survivors learn what they’re feeling is normal and they’re not crazy – and the support of others walking that same mile.
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Vatican to publish advice on guidelines to prevent, respond to abuse

VATICAN CITY – The Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith has written a circular letter to bishops’ conferences around the world on preparing policies and guidelines for dealing with cases of clerical sexual abuse of minors.
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Faith in motion

Eight-year-old Jael Smith was all smiles as she danced in her grandmother’s hallway just a few days before Christmas. She knew Gaile DeVance was right behind her the whole time – perfectly matching her every move as the two figures stretched their arms high above their heads, twirled and waved in coordinated gestures of praise.
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Parish explores ways to help veterans

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Members of St. Bernard Parish in St. Paul are exploring how their faith community can best contribute to a statewide campaign designed to aid soldiers making the transition from serving in Iraq and Afghanistan to being back home with their families.
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Liturgical reform was about changing people’s lives, pope says

VATICAN CITY – The Second Vatican Council’s renewal of the liturgy wasn’t so much about changing texts or gestures as it was about changing Catholics’ attitude toward the Mass and helping the liturgy change their lives, Pope Benedict XVI said.
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Archbishop, pastors target violence in city

From the archbishop to parish priests to people in the pews – and especially, the people in the neighborhoods – Ronald Jackson’s death evoked horror, outrage and pleas for peace on the streets of Baltimore.
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Sailors poised for another championship run

Players tend to take their lead from the coach. At least that’s the way Duane Verderaime sees it. “Every coach has a different approach,” said Verderaime, head field hockey coach for Mount de Sales Academy, Catonsville.
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At center named for Blessed John Paul II, people remember his legacy

WASHINGTON – Catholics of all ages from throughout the Washington area, with roots in countries around the world, came together at the Pope John Paul II Cultural Center May 1 to remember the life and holiness of a man who that day was declared as “Blessed” by his successor, Pope Benedict XVI.
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Gazan Catholics in West Bank say inability to leave is mixed blessing

JERUSALEM – For some Gazan Catholics, it was a mixed blessing being stuck in the West Bank as Israel attacked the Gaza Strip.
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