AMMAN, Jordan — Hospitals in the Lebanese capital are overwhelmed with those suffering injuries from a massive explosion in Beirut’s port, causing widespread damage the city and … Read More
Author Archives: Sam Lucero
Vatican workers who meet public tested for COVID-19 antibodies
VATICAN CITY — Vatican employees and workers who have contact with the public are being tested for the antibodies for COVID-19, said the new director of the … Read More
German author says retired Pope Benedict is ‘extremely frail’
VATICAN CITY — An author with a long and close relationship to retired Pope Benedict XVI told a German newspaper that the 93-year-old retired pope is “extremely … Read More
Survey of bishops reveals how pandemic has shaken diocesan, parish life
CLEVELAND — Nearly every bishop responding to a survey said the coronavirus pandemic has seriously affected the celebration of the sacraments and rites and sacramental preparation programs … Read More
Catholic schools have right to fire teachers, Supreme Court says
WASHINGTON — In a 7-2 ruling July 8, the Supreme Court said the California Catholic schools sued for job discrimination for firing teachers had acted within their … Read More
Court rules in favor of employer exemptions to contraceptive coverage
WASHINGTON — In a 7-2 ruling July 8, the Supreme Court ruled in favor of Trump administration rules that give employers more ability to opt out of … Read More
Compass earns awards from Catholic Press Association
ALLOUEZ — The Compass received 21 awards from the Catholic Press Association during a virtual awards ceremony July 2. The virtual ceremony was held due to cancellation … Read More
Website uses Compass content in violation of copyright law
ALLOUEZ — A website purporting to be Catholic is featuring stories and other information from around Wisconsin. The website is part of a network that uses content … Read More
Update: Cap on worship size removed June 5
Editor’s note: The City of Madison and Dane County removed the 50-person cap on in-person religious services. In response, Bishop Donald Hying offered the following statement: “We … Read More
‘Renew the face of the earth’
“If you take away their breath, they perish and return to their dust. When you send forth your spirit, they are created, and you renew the face … Read More
