catholic church

Published
November 23, 2020

New York state sues former Maine Catholic bishop, Buffalo diocese over priest misconduct, abuse

New York's attorney general is suing the Roman Catholic Diocese of Buffalo and two former church leaders, including former Maine Bishop Richard Malone, accusing them of covering up allegations of sexual misconduct against predatory priests.
Published
November 23, 2020

In new book, Pope Francis supports racial justice efforts, blasts virus skeptics

In “Let Us Dream,” Francis also criticizes populist politicians who whip up rallies in ways reminiscent of the 1930s, and the hypocrisy of “rigid” conservative Catholics who support them.
Published
November 20, 2020

Bishop, area priests to host high school discernment day in Brunswick
Published
November 14, 2020

Commentary: McCarrick report must be the Catholic Church’s #MeToo moment

The explosive inquiry leaves the strong impression that allegations of exploiting young adults weren't treated as seriously as the abuse of minors.
Published
November 11, 2020

Maine Catholic churches voice frustration while limiting in-person attendance

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland will follow new state coronavirus guidance limiting attendance to 50 people, but says its 141 churches have operated safely throughout the pandemic.

Published
November 11, 2020

Pope Francis vows to end sexual abuse after McCarrick report

Pope Francis is vowing to rid the Catholic Church of sexual abuse and offering prayers to victims of former Cardinal Theodore McCarrick
Published
November 10, 2020

Vatican says Pope John Paul II knew of misconduct allegations against ex-cardinal for nearly 2 decades

Months after then-bishop Theodore McCarrick wrote a letter to the Pope's secretary denying sexual abuse allegations, the pontiff appointed him archbishop of Washington.
Published
October 23, 2020

Catholic churches get creative with Christmas fairs under COVID
Published
October 22, 2020

Plot thickens, questions swirl over pope’s endorsement of same-sex unions

Evidence suggests he made them in a 2019 interview that was never broadcast in its entirety.
Published
September 8, 2020

New priest will sign Mass for deaf as part of service

The Mass will be held once a month at St. Pius X Church on Ocean Avenue.