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PA Bishops React to Pope Francis

Here is a round up of the Pennsylvania Bishops’ reactions to Pope Francis. Click on the links to read their statements in full. Archbishop Chaput of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia said, ” I first met our new Holy Father at Rome’s 1997 Synod for America, and still ha
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March 14, 2013
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Bishops’ Statements on Matters of Public Policy

Below is a sampling of recent statements, columns and videos from the bishops of Pennsylvania on matters of public policy. A STATEMENT OF THE PENNSYLVANIA CATHOLIC BISHOPS ON THE 2012 ELECTIONS “How we got where we are, and the value of the past” by Archbishop Charles J. C
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October 26, 2012
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Fortnight for Freedom Wrap Up

The Fortnight for Freedom ended yesterday with Mass at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. Philadelphia Archbishop (and PCC Chairman) Charles Chaput preached the homily at the Mass. You can watch the homily here or read the full text here. In part, he sai
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July 05, 2012
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Fortnight for Freedom Events Around PA

The Bishops of the United States have declared a “Fortnight for Freedom” from June 21 to July 4, a time for prayer, education and personal witness to the importance of religious liberty in American life. The Fortnight begins on the vigil of the feast of St. Thomas More and St. John Fi
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June 06, 2012
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Will School Choice Drain Resources from Public Schools?

Thousands of Catholic students attend public schools all over Pennsylvania. Supporting families in educating their children no matter where they go to school is part of our obligation to promote the common good. School choice should not be viewed as an “us v. them” debate between publ
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November 14, 2011
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Around the Commonwealth: School Choice in Pennsylvania

Governor Corbett has introduced school choice as his top priority for the fall. Yesterday, Senate Bill 1 passed the Senate and is now headed to the House of Representatives for passage.  Send a message to your representative in support of school choice today! In light of this fast-pac
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October 27, 2011
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