In quest to grow, Catholic hospital system pares religious ties. Catholic Healthcare West, one of the nation’s largest hospital systems, is ending its governing board’s affiliation with the Catholic Church and changing its name.
Conservatives, evangelical Christians rebuff Romney in South Carolina
Fort Wayne-South Bend, Ind. -- Diocese calling Catholics home
See NCR's story on this national ad campaign: Ads aim to extend Catholic welcome
Editoraila: Respecting religious exemptions. The administration’s feint at a compromise.
The news story: HHS delays, but does not change, rule on contraceptive coverage
Opinion: J'ACCUSE! Why Obama is wrong on the HHS conscience regulations
Analysis: White House refuses to expand conscience exemption
Analysis: Bishops' conscience model makes light of practical reason
Nigeria: Talk of "a climate of fear and mistrust" in the country dominates bishops' annual plenary meeting.
Philadelphia -- Catholic Schools Week bittersweet for many
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