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This April 2023 help Voice of the Faithful mark National Child Abuse Prevention Month
By Patricia T. Gomez, Ph.D., Voice of the Faithful Trusteeand Protection of Children Working Group Co-Chair The Voice of the Faithful Protection of Children Team continues its work to ensure the safety of children in our faith communities. Building on early VOTF efforts, we call attention to the importance of ongoing local efforts to maintain […]
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In the Vineyard: March 21, 2023
In the Vineyard :: March 21, 2023 :: Volume 23, Issue 6 National News More Lenten Resources To give up something or add something for Lent – that is the age old question in many families when Lent rolls around. One of my family’s favorite Lenten traditions comes from Father James Martin: Don’t be a jerk, honor […]
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Pope Francis faces chance to radically reshape U.S. Catholic hierarchy / National Catholic Reporter
Thirteen American archdioceses and 21 dioceses could need new bishops by 2025. National Catholic Reporter “If Pope Francis continues to serve as bishop of Rome for another two years, he may have a notable opportunity to refashion the U.S. Catholic hierarchy. Dozens of bishops, several in historically significant archdioceses, will be required by canon law […]
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VOTF's first review of diocesan compliance with child protection guidelines shows average score 67%
BOSTON, Mass., Apr. 29, 2022―Voice of the Faithful has published the first independent, online review of all U.S. Roman Catholic dioceses’ level of compliance with child protection and safe environment guidelines. The average overall score was 67%, with the most frequently achieved score 63.5%. Although some dioceses did well, no diocese achieved 100%, and three […]
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Voice of the Faithful Focus, Mar. 16, 2023
TOP STORIES A look back at Pope Francis’ legacy as he marks 10 years of papacy“Pope Francis marks 10 years of his papacy on March 13. The 86-year-old pontiff has pushed the Catholic Church to the left, cheering many Catholics but also angering traditionalists. Tomorrow, Pope Francis will mark 10 years as leader of the […]