Catholics

Former priest James Faluszczak, who says he was molested as a teenager by a priest, reacts as Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro speaks during a news conference at the Pennsylvania Capitol in Harrisburg on Tuesday.

Former Catholic Priest Says Pennsylvania Bishop Ignored His Reports Of Abuse

7:36pm August 16, 2018

by Samantha Raphelson

Former priest James Faluszczak was one of many witnesses to testify before the grand jury about being abused by an Erie priest. He says when he told the bishop about it, he was "totally ignored."

Archbishop Thomas Wenski of Miami, photographed at a news conference in 2015, said the Trump administration's policy of separating immigrant children from their families "goes against the values of our nation."

Faith Leaders Oppose Trump's Immigration Policy Of Separating Children From Parents

3:20pm June 16, 2018

by Sasha Ingber

They condemn a border practice of tearing children away from their parents. It is an attempt to "weaponize children," Archbishop of Miami Thomas Wenski tells NPR's Weekend Edition.

Ruth Pfau, seen here at St. Patrick's Cathedral in Karachi in 2010, led a charity fighting leprosy and blindness in the country for decades.

Ruth Pfau, Beacon For Pakistan's Leprosy Patients, Dies At 87

3:58pm August 10, 2017

by Colin Dwyer

The German-born nun and doctor stopped in Karachi more than five decades ago by accident. But she returned — and through her relentless efforts against leprosy, earned the admiration of the country.

Conservative French presidential candidate Francois Fillon delivers a speech April 9 during a campaign meeting in Paris. The two-round presidential election is set for April 23 and May 7. Fillon has played up his religion during the campaign, and that has

Conservative French Presidential Nominee's Unusual Tactic: Tout His Faith

8:09am April 15, 2017

by Joanna Kakissis

In the heavily secular country, Catholic Francois Fillon has been the only one of 11 candidates to speak openly about his religion. It may be keeping his scandal-tinged campaign afloat.

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Amy Clayton teaches a fifth-grade history class at St. Jerome Academy in Hyattsville, Md. The school, which almost closed eight years ago, has experienced growth over the past few years, largely due to an influx of Catholic families who were drawn to Hyat

Catholics Build 'Intentional' Community of Like-Minded Believers

4:28pm April 10, 2017

by Tom Gjelten

Nationally, Americans are growing disenchanted with traditional religion. But in a Maryland suburb, Catholics seeking more spiritual lives are banding together with others who share their values.

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Fanesca is made with grains and vegetables, and includes toppings such as peanuts, fried plantains, hard-boiled eggs and mini empanadas.

Ecuador's Fanesca Is A Lenten Soup Flavored With Centuries Of Tradition

12:35pm March 02, 2017

by Amy E. Robertson

This thick, creamy stew features 12 "grains" to represent the Twelve Apostles and cod to denote Jesus. It takes days and many hands to prepare, a meal befitting Ecuador's elaborate Lenten traditions.

In Show Of Unity, Pope Francis Marks 500th Anniversary Of Protestant Reformation

1:53pm October 31, 2016

by Rebecca Hersher

Pope Francis is kicking off a yearlong commemoration of the split between Catholics and Lutherans by calling for Christians to stand together against persecution.

John Podesta was Bill Clinton's White House chief of staff from 1998 to 2001 and is now Hillary Clinton's campaign chairman.

What's In The Latest WikiLeaks Dump of Clinton Campaign Emails

7:41pm October 12, 2016

by Scott Detrow

WikiLeaks is meting out a trove of hacked emails from Clinton campaign chairman John Podesta. The latest release includes commentary on Catholicism and risotto.

Health & Safety

How Did St. Patrick Get To Be The Patron Saint Of Nigeria?

7:00am March 17, 2016

by Maggie Zackowitz

The Irish have a long history in the country. And in case you were wondering, Guinness stout is the second most popular beer.

Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia addresses a gathering in McLean, Va., in 2006. Scalia was a devout Roman Catholic, but said, "The only article in faith that plays any part in my judging is the commandment, 'Thou Shalt Not Lie.'"

Scalia Expressed His Faith With The Same Fervor As His Court Opinions

6:03pm February 14, 2016

by Tom Gjelten

He was one of six Catholics on the court and the most outspoken about his faith. But he said "the only article in faith that plays any part in my judging is the commandment, 'Thou Shalt Not Lie.'"

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