State bishops urge this action ‘until public repentance takes place and sacramental absolution is received’ By Julie Asher Catholic News Service In a June 6 open letter, the Catholic bishops of Colorado asked those Catholic legislators “who live or worship in the state” and voted for Colorado’s Reproductive Health Equity Act “to voluntarily refrain from […]
Vatican cautions U.S. bishops on politicians and Communion
By Cindy Wooden Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — The Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith has urged the U.S. bishops to proceed with caution in their discussions about formulating a national policy “to address the situation of Catholics in public office who support legislation allowing abortion, euthanasia or other moral evils.” Cardinal Luis […]