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November 2016

November 7

Unlike World Series, prelates' bet has winners in both cities

November 7, 2016

CHICAGO – When civic leaders make friendly bets on which team will win a big championship with their counterparts in another city, one winner enjoys a feast, while the loser eats some humble pie.

Dutch cardinal says papal encyclical on gender theory might be needed

November 7, 2016

OXFORD, England – The spread of gender theory is misleading so many Catholics that a high-level document may be required to correct the errors of the ideology, a Dutch cardinal said.

Pope Francis gives New Jersey its first cardinal – and ups the ante on church reform

November 7, 2016

Pope Francis had already delivered the Catholic Church’s version of an October surprise when he included Indianapolis Archbishop Joseph Tobin in the batch of new cardinals he announced last month — promising a red hat to the leader of a relatively small Midwestern diocese of 230,000 Catholics that had never before had a cardinal, nor would ever expect one.

Golden years are still a time for growth

November 7, 2016

People over 50 are certainly into the second half of life, but that doesn’t mean they can’t continue to grow.

Ministry ensures no one has to grieve alone

November 7, 2016

Coping with the loss of a loved one can be an isolating experience — but it’s not a road you have to walk alone, thanks to the support of bereavement ministries.

New Jersey meets its new, and first, Catholic cardinal – and vice versa

November 7, 2016

NEWARK, N.J. – New Jersey’s first cardinal knew he was walking into the global media spotlight and, as Pope Francis’ personal choice for the next Archbishop of Newark, into a post that has suddenly taken on unusual significance for the future of American Catholicism.

November 8

Planning to protect disabled loved ones

November 8, 2016

Planning for the orderly distribution of estate assets can be daunting at the best of times. Estate planning to provide for loved ones with a serious disability can present special challenges.

Bishops call for forgiveness among Sudanese factions to heal differences

November 8, 2016

KHARTOUM, Sudan – The bishops of two African nations wracked by years of war and cycles of violence called for forgiveness among the sparring factions so that the countries can move forward for the betterment of their people.

Be on guard against pursuit of power and wealth

November 8, 2016

We cannot serve God well if we hunger after power and wealth. That was Pope Francis’ message as he reflected on the daily readings at his Santa Marta Mass on Tuesday morning.

Guam's new coadjutor archbishop is 'a man led by the Spirit,' say friends and colleagues

November 8, 2016

DETROIT – Ever since Archbishop Michael J. Byrnes was a newly minted associate pastor at St. Joan of Arc Parish in St. Clair Shores, Deacon Tom Strasz knew he had the qualities of a natural leader: good listener, excellent teacher, calm under pressure.

Quebec euthanasia triple predictions amid abuse worries

November 8, 2016

OTTAWA – With euthanasia occurring in Quebec at triple government predictions, obtaining accurate statistics on medically assisted deaths across Canada is almost impossible and could lead to abuse, according to anti-euthanasia advocates.

Estate Planning, Planned Giving Special Section

November 8, 2016

Catholic Register's latest special is about estate planning and planned giving. Click here to check out all of our feature stories!

November 9

Quebec bishop warns of ‘culture of death’ surrounding assisted suicide

November 9, 2016

A “culture of death” is threatening the lives of our elderly, warns Bishop Noel Simard.

Justice Committee grants transgender bill quick approval

November 9, 2016

OTTAWA – The Justice Committee quickly approved transgender Bill C-16 and passed it back to the House of Commons Nov. 2 with no hearings or public consultation.

St. Michael's College created a champ in Red Kelly

November 9, 2016

TORONTO – For hockey fans of a few different generations, Red Kelly represents the very best of the game and the NHL.

Australia's proposed refugee ban is 'deliberately cruel,' says bishop

November 9, 2016

CANBERRA – The Australian government's proposed permanent ban on visas for refugees and asylum seekers who have recently arrived by boat drew strong criticism from a bishop who is a former refugee himself.

Vatican’s vast archive opens new door to Canadian history

November 9, 2016

OTTAWA – Newly released digital inventories of Vatican documents have revealed fresh insights into Canadian history, but don’t expect the kind of dramatic revelations that would fill a Dan Brown mystery novel, says an Italian specialist.

Christians react to Trump's victory

November 9, 2016

Some celebrated and congratulated the victor. Others prayed and called for unity. It was clear early on that evangelical Christians had been key to Donald Trump’s stunning upset.

Vatican prays Trump presidency will promote peace amid conflict

November 9, 2016

VATICAN CITY – After Donald Trump pulled off what was for many a surprising victory in the United States election, Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin offered his prayers that the new president-elect would promote peace in a world torn by conflict.

Diocese investigating priest over political video of fetus, altar use

November 9, 2016

WASHINGTON – The Diocese of Amarillo, Texas, said in a statement it is investigating the incident of a pro-life priest who placed "the body of an aborted fetus" on an altar and broadcast it on Facebook Live to get people to vote for Republican Donald J. Trump, causing "the desecration of the altar."