Summary reflection 2: If you want to be exalted, humble yourself
The following is a summary reflection of the second talk given by Father Raniero Cantalamessa to the US bishops during
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Clergy Sex Abuse of Minors
Summary reflections on the U.S. bishops’ retreat: personal prayer
By Archbishop Michael Jackels Witness Publisher The following is a summary reflection of the first talk given by Father Raniero
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Repair of the church: reflecting on the US bishops’ retreat
In the interest of being transparent, and to keep everyone informed about matters related to clergy sexual abuse, I want
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Archbishop reports on meeting with Iowa attorney general
Discussed clergy sexual abuse issues In the interest of being transparent, and to keep everyone informed about matters related to
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Archbishop reports on USCCB meeting, reflects on hot button topics
At the recent USCCB meeting, my intention was to take notes in order to make a report to the people
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An update on the response to the clergy sexual abuse crisis
With regard to the crisis caused by the recent scandals related to clergy sexual abuse, it is I believe good
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Action to prevent clergy sex abuse and a look toward the future
People understandably want to know what the Church will do in response to the sin and crime of clergy sex
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Service of Lament held to pray for clergy sex abuse victims, church
By Dan Russo Witness Editor DUBUQUE — Archbishop Michael Jackels wore a plain white alb and simple stole as he
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USCCB committee issues statement on actions to be taken in response to recent sex abuse scandals
September 19, 2018 WASHINGTON–The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ (USCCB) Administrative Committee has issued the following statement today in response
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Homily for the Service of Lament
It’s hard to go to Confession, but I think it’s even harder to leave the confessional, because we leave with
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