Religion and Faith

February 18, 2014 7:43 PM

Archdiocese asks court to block depositions, stop release of names

In a statement, the archdiocese said it's appealing the order because it's overly broad, and disclosure of the names -- even under seal -- could harm priests who've been accused falsely.

by Matt Sepic

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February 16, 2014 7:50 PM

Judge denies motion to block archbishop's deposition, release of priests' names

"There is no persuasive legal or factual basis for Defendants' motions and they are, in part, premature," District Court Judge John B. Van de North, Jr. said in his ruling.

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February 16, 2014 9:15 AM

'Sports chaplains' bring the gospel to Olympic Village

Among the most visible Americans at Sochi are a group of evangelical Christians decked out in black cowboy hats, looking to make friends and proselytize.

by Corey Flintoff

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February 14, 2014 5:24 AM

Judge: Va. same-sex marriage ban unconstitutional

U.S. District Judge Arenda Wright Allen issued a stay of her order while it is appealed, meaning that gay couples in Virginia will still not be able to marry until the case is ultimately resolved. Both sides believe the case won't be settled until the Supreme Court decides to hear it or one like it.

by The Associated Press

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February 14, 2014 4:21 AM

Archdiocese financial data show $3.9M operating loss

The Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis showed an operating loss in fiscal 2013 compared to a $1.5 million operating surplus the prior year. Officials attributed that loss to a big jump in reserves to cover unknown future costs tied to clergy abuse claims.

by Tom Scheck

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February 12, 2014 3:00 PM

Krista Tippett: Civility doesn't have to be boring

Civil dialogue can be satisfying and exhilarating, says "On Being" host Krista Tippett. She talks to Kerri Miller about the importance of tolerant conversation on divisive issues.

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February 12, 2014 2:54 PM

Milwaukee archdiocese proposes $4M for victims

The archdiocese filed for bankruptcy in 2011, saying pending sexual abuse lawsuits could leave it with debts it couldn't pay. Its creditors include hundreds of people who have filed sexual abuse claims, a fraction of which would be eligible for payments under the reorganization plan.

by The Associated Press

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February 10, 2014 6:40 AM

Missouri All-American football player says he's gay

Tolerance is about to be tested in the National Football League. And Michael Sam hopes his ability is all that matters, not his sexual orientation. Missouri's All-America defensive end came out to the entire country Sunday night.

by The Associated Press

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February 5, 2014 8:00 AM

UN denounces Vatican on sex abuse, abortion

A U.N. human rights committee denounced the Vatican on Wednesday for adopting policies that allowed priests to rape and molest tens of thousands of children over decades, and urged it to open its files on the pedophiles and the churchmen who concealed their crimes.

by The Associated Press

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February 1, 2014 1:46 PM

Mass mobs fill pews, lift prayers at NY churches

Playing off the idea of using social media to summon crowds for parties or mischief, mobs of Buffalo-area Roman Catholics have been filling pews and lifting spirits at some of the city's original, now often sparsely attended, churches.

by The Associated Press

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