Catholic Church

St. Stanislaus Kostka Church (Photo via marekbozek.com)

St. Stanislaus and Archdiocese Come to Terms

The cease-fire shuts a legal battle over ownership of church assets which began in 2008

2013/02/14

Newly appointed cardinal Timothy Michael Dolan archbishop of New York, receives congratulations as his leaves the Saint Peter's Basilica on February 18, 2012 in Vatican City, Vatican. The 84 year old Pontiff installed 22 new cardinals during the ceremony, who will be responsible for choosing his successor.(Getty/Franco Origlia)

Dogtown Priest Discusses Odds Of Dolan Becoming Pope

“He’s never had, as far as I know, any desire to climb, to grow in importance in the church. He just really is interested in people,” John Johnson said.

2013/02/13

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Opinion: Churches Shouldn’t Be The Next Super PACs

It is time to end the tax exempt status of religious organizations that advocated for a partisan candidate.

2012/11/13

Judge Orders SNAP To Turn Over Files

At issue is whether SNAP coached victims on repressed memories or not.

2012/04/21

Barbara Dorris and David Clohessy of SNAP protest Marianist Order

SNAP to Hold Public Meeting on Chaminade Abuse Claims

Group urges victims to speak with civil authorities first, instead of church officials

2012/02/14

Abortion Rights and Religious Advocates Clash in State Capitol

Sen. John Lamping, said every business should have a right to choose what health care coverage it provides to its employees.

2012/02/14

Illinois Debates Same-Sex Marriage

A year after same-sex couples could get a civil union in Illinois, there’s a bill to make Illinois one of the states sanctioning same-sex marriage.

2012/02/09

SNAP Director David Clohessy with Barbara Dorris

SNAP’s David Clohessy Could Face Jail Time

Clergy abuse group says opening up its secret files to court would violate trust with victims

2012/01/03

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Rift Widening Between Gov. Quinn and Catholic Bishops

The bishops say Quinn doesn’t yet understand their concern: That just because he’s Catholic doesn’t mean anytime he follows his conscience it’s consistent with Catholic teachings.

2011/12/20