Pope Francis has suggested the possibility of allowing married men to become ordained Catholic priests in certain circumstances, challenging tradition and sparking debate amongst Catholics.
Pope’s comments on celibacy sparks debate
Campus Way becomes Dorsey Way
To honor the University’s first African-American student, Campus Way on the second floor of the Anderson Student Center has officially been renamed to Dorsey Way.
News outlets, priests pressure Nienstedt to resign
The New York Times, the Star Tribune and other priests have suggested that Archbishop John Nienstedt step down from his position.
Minn. archdiocese reveals accused priests’ names
The Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis on Thursday disclosed the names of 34 priests who have been accused of sexually abusing minors, following months of criticism that church leaders mishandled such allegations.
Judge orders names of accused priests released by Dec. 17
Two Roman Catholic dioceses in Minnesota have about two weeks to disclose the names of 46 priests deemed to have been credibly accused of sexually abusing minors, a judge ruled Monday.
More on the archdiocese’s list of accused priests
The Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis said that with a court’s permission, it plans this month to release the names of some priests who sexually abused children.
St. Paul archdiocese to name abusive priests
The Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis plans this month to release the names of priests who have sexually abused children, the archbishop said in an open letter Monday.
2 Minn. priests taking leaves of absences
The Archdiocese of St. Paul & Minneapolis says two priests are taking leaves of absence for prior misconduct.
Accusations against priests don’t define Church
The church is not perfect. While priests lead their parishes, they too are human. Like all people, they sin.