Tag: poverty
Catholic leaders object to proposed changes in SNAP federal nutrition program
WASHINGTON -- The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops joined representatives of two leading Catholic charitable organizations in calling on a federal agency to withdraw...
Pope calls on world leaders to eradicate poverty, hunger
ROME — Sustainable development in rural areas is key to making poverty and hunger a thing of the past, Pope Francis said.
In an address...
Work together to change the root cause of poverty: Andrew Zampini
By ANDREW ZAMPINI
January in our Church is known as Poverty Awareness Month.
So, how do we become more informed (aware) about poverty and what do...
The rich and the richly blessed
I can identify, a little at least, with the rich young man to whom Jesus says "sell what you have and give to ...
Listen to those in need, pope says in World Day of...
VATICAN CITY — How is it that God in heaven can hear the cries of the poor, but so many people watching or standing...
Everyone must have affordable health care, Vatican official says
VATICAN CITY — Everyone should have access to essential health services and no one should have to fall into poverty to obtain needed care,...
Pilgrims brave dangerous neighborhoods to pray at Trinidad shrine
PORT-OF-SPAIN, Trinidad — From May to October, hundreds of pilgrims brave heavy rains, high winds or scorching heat to attend Marian devotions at Trinidad...