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New rector to lead Theological College

Sulpician Father Phillip J. Brown has begun his tenure as the 15th rector of Theological College, the national diocesan seminary of The Catholic University of America.
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Church leaders explore ways to slow Christian exodus from Middle East

VATICAN CITY – The need to find ways to stop the slow, yet steady departure of Christians from the Middle East has come into greater focus recently.
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Report linking crucifixes, Chinese sweatshops denied

NEW YORK – There is no “conclusive evidence” to back up allegations that crucifixes sold in the gift shop at St. Patrick’s Cathedral and other religious goods stores were made in Chinese sweatshops, the Archdiocese of New York said in a Nov. 21 statement.
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Nuncio on ‘assisted ventilation’ following complications from surgery

WASHINGTON – Archbishop Pietro Sambi, papal nuncio to the United States, has been placed on “assisted ventilation” since experiencing complications from “delicate lung surgery” performed two weeks earlier, according to the apostolic nunciature in Washington.
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Libertytown parishioners consider costs, environment in centuries-old log cabin

Chris and Susie Hill’s ultimate goal is to “go off the grid,” using no power generated from fossil fuels, and drastically shrinking their carbon footprint. The Hills are well on their way.
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St. Leo pastor accused of abuse, removed from ministry

The pastor of St. Leo church in Little Italy has been removed from ministry by his religious order and stripped of his faculties to function as a priest.
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Mount graduate fulfills lifelong dream of helping Africans

Growing up in Ireland, Leah Westbrooks saw television programs about the struggles of African children. She felt for the impoverished, sick young people looking back at her through the screen, and wanted to help.
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Little Sisters of the Poor ‘thrilled’ their founder will be canonized

WASHINGTON – The announcement that Pope Benedict XVI will canonize Blessed Jeanne Jugan, the foundress of the Little Sisters of the Poor, on Oct. 11 has created excitement among members of the congregation worldwide.
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Cavs sought three-peat in MIAA championship

The Archbishop Spalding Cavaliers entered the MIAA B Conference football championships looking for their third title in as many years.
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Once in their shoes, man betters plight of neglected children

David Carberry turned a personal disappointment into ongoing volunteer efforts that benefit children and bring together adults who share a common past.
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In state losing 9,000 jobs a month, times are hard for Oregon workers

PORTLAND, Ore. – Ted Walsh wouldn’t wish his current troubles on anyone.
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Creating cardinals: giving input to the pope

VATICAN CITY – Pope Benedict XVI presides over his second consistory in late November, inducting 23 new cardinals into the church’s most exclusive body.
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