Bishops discuss control over Catholic colleges Nov 19, 2009
Cardinal Francis George of Chicago, president of the bishops conference, revealed this week that he had formed a task force to review the issue. Its research included a look at what church law says about bishops authority over the schools. (Boston Globe)
Chargers go north for semifinal Nov 18, 2009
The Cardinals advanced with a 21-20 win over Sterling Newman Central Catholic (8-4). The Cardinals feature an option style offense that utilizes power behind a solid offensive line. (Carthage (Hancock County) Journal Pilot, IL)
Study debunks theories on priests' sex abuse Nov 18, 2009
"That question was addressed by the Vatican document, and the conclusions are not something that we can say they have either outlawed or accepted," Cardinal Rigali said. After long debate, the bishops passed the last five segments of a new translation of the Mass that Bishop Donald Trautman of Erie, Pa. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Bishops advance new Mass translations Nov 18, 2009
But his finale on the floor had the bishops tied up in knots over whether their president, Cardinal Francis George, broke church law when he gave a Vatican office permission to finish one set of English translations without the U.S. bishops' approval ... Moderating the debate was Cardinal Francis George of Chicago, the conference president who had given permission for Vatican officials to translate the antiphons after Vatican officials said other English-speaking nations had complained that the... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
President Mills calls for moral revival Nov 18, 2009
"We should resolve to chart a new life and set good examples, he said, at the Osu Castle in Accra, when the newly appointed Head of the Catholic Pontifical Council for Justice and Peace, Peter Cardinal Appiah Turkson, and a delegation from the Ghana Catholic Bishops' Conference paid a courtesy call on him. The team formally announced the elevation of Cardinal Turkson to the high office in the Roman Catholic Church. President Mills commended Cardinal Turkson on his appointment and drew a... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
The difference between religion and Christianity Nov 18, 2009
The former archbishop of St. Louis, Raymond Burke, charged Cardinal Sean O Malley ... The archbishop s remarks came after Cardinal O Malley s decision to permit and preside over a funeral Mass for the late pro-choice senator ... Cardinal O Malley made this statement, In the strongest terms I disagree with those who believe that Kennedy did not deserve a funeral Mass. (L Observateur, LA)
Catholic bishops claim moral authority amidst 'confusion' Nov 18, 2009
In fact, church members who seek independence from the Catholic hierarchy are "less than fully Catholic," Cardinal Francis George, the bishops' president, said Monday ... Cardinal of Philadelphia, who chairs the bishops' Committee on Pro-Life Activities, acknowledged "great confusion among lay Catholics regarding the church's teaching on human reproductive technologies.". (USA Today -- News)
An Army chaplain obeyed his boss and served him well Nov 18, 2009
I gathered from his comments that Ed had a premonition, a sense of foreboding revealed in conversation with Boston s Cardinal Sean O Malley. Though he questioned the posting, soldiers go where they re told. (Braintree Forum, MA)
Soccer fever grips Cardinal Spellman, Whitman-Hanson and Brockton H... Nov 17, 2009
Soccer fever grips Cardinal Spellman, Whitman-Hanson and Brockton High - Brockton, MA - The Enterprise ... Soccer fever grips Cardinal Spellman, Whitman-Hanson and Brockton High ... We ve been working so hard all year, said Barbetto, 17, a Cardinal Spellman High School senior who is on the girls soccer team. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
LA cardinal offers abuse apology Nov 17, 2009
Cardinal Mahony described the abuse as a "terrible sin and crime" ... The apology by Cardinal Roger Mahony, the Church's leader, comes after the 508 victims reached a pay-out deal with the church worth $660m (324m) ... "I have come to understand far more deeply than I ever could the impact of this terrible sin and crime that has affected their lives," Cardinal Mahony told a news conference. (Yahoo News -- Catholic Church Abuse Scandal)
Catholic church's anti-abuse chief quits on eve of scathing report Nov 17, 2009
Cardinal Cormac Murphy-O'Connor, president of the Bishops' Conference, said: 'Eileen Shearer's professional leadership has greatly enhanced the work of child protection professionals in the church. . (Yahoo News -- Catholic Church Abuse Scandal)
View the complete 2007 ESPNU 150 Nov 17, 2009
6'0" 171 Cardinal O'Hara H.S. (PA) 146 80 DE 6'4". 230. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Gorbachev to Obama: Afghan Neighbors Must Help Nov 17, 2009
Russian paranoia notwithstanding, the coming end of the Soviet empire became ineluctable with two Poles: the 1978 election of Cardinal Karol Wojtyla to become Pope John Paul II and Gdansk shipyard worker Lech Walesa's creation of the first free-trade union "Solidarity" in the Soviet bloc. He became president in 1990. (Newsmax)
Catholic Bishop Defends Health Care Lobbying Nov 17, 2009
to speak with a moral voice, that everyone should be cared for and that no one should be deliberately killed, said Cardinal Francis George, the archbishop of Chicago and president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops ... The cardinal s remarks come amid criticism by some liberals that Catholic leaders are acting improperly by taking such an aggressive stance on abortion provisions in current health care proposals. (Roll Call)
Bishops assert moral duty in health care debate Nov 17, 2009
Chicago Cardinal Francis George, left, the president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, left, and Monsignor David Malloy, general secretary, address members during the group's fall meeting Monday, Nov. 16, 2009, Baltimore ... Chicago Cardinal Francis George, the conference president, said that the prelates must ensure that "issues that are moral questions before they become political remain moral questions when they become political." Roman Catholic prelates believe that "everyone... (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Bishops' Leader: Church Needs Say in Health Care Nov 17, 2009
Chicago Cardinal Francis George said that church leaders are obliged to ensure that "issues that are moral questions before they become political remain moral questions when they become political." Roman Catholic prelates believe that "everyone should be cared for and that no one should be deliberately killed," he said. George made the remarks in a wide-ranging speech at the start of the conference's fall meeting that defended the bishops' role as teachers inside and outside the church. (Fox News)
Abortion plank in health care bill satisfies bishops Nov 17, 2009
Rob Carr/Associated Press Chicago Cardinal Francis George, far right, the president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, addresses the group's fall meeting yesterday in Baltimore ... Cardinal Francis George of Chicago defended their right to argue forcefully on legislation. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Professor's article part of the Vatican Library's collection Nov 16, 2009
"The letter, written on official letterhead and featuring the coat of arms of the Pope, informed me of the reception of my article. It was signed by Cardinal Raffaele Farina, chief archivist and librarian at the Vatican Library.". Grenier's article, which took a number of years to complete due to his extensive research and the necessity of reconstructing the musical score of the Mass from the surviving manuscripts, describes how Werner Jaegerhuber, a Haitian-born composer of German extraction,... (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
2A Playoff Preview Nov 16, 2009
Cardinal Gibbons(6-4) at Glades Central(10-0). These teams have met each of the last four years with Glades Central winning each game. (The Insiders -- Florida Prep)
Challenged, but Spellman remains spotless Nov 16, 2009
Michael Kearney scored in the 63d minute yesterday as Cardinal Spellman remained perfect at 24-0, winning the Division 3 South sectional title in Weymouth with a 2-1 defeat of Westport. To be undefeated, it s incredible, Cardinals coach Michael Gerrish said ... The Cardinals kept the pressure up for most of the first half, but Wildcat senior keeper Christopher Rosa made a number of impressive saves to keep the game 1-0. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Event at St. Vincent Archabbey celebrates Wimmer's birthday Nov 16, 2009
A monk who has played guitar with the rock band Deep Purple will join a descendant of the last king of Bavaria and Cardinal Justin Rigali of Philadelphia on Thursday to celebrate the 200th birthday of Abbot Boniface Wimmer, founder of St. Vincent Archabbey in Latrobe ... Cardinal Rigali will preach and celebrate the Mass. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Valle continues playoff march into semifinals Nov 15, 2009
The Warriors returned to Lawrence County on Saturday afternoon and continued their quest to repeat history in emphatic fashion, scoring on their first five possessions to overwhelm the Cardinals, 42-6 in a Class 1 quarterfinal contest ... An inspired and physical Valle defense forced four turnovers, and used heavy pressure to contain Miller signal-caller Justin Jack, whose 20-yard scramble was the Cardinals longest play from scrimmage until the game s final drive ... His 16-yard grab helped the... (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
L-S, New Bedford advance to semis Nov 15, 2009
The Cardinals (20-4) won, 25-11, 25-13, and 25-14 to advance to Wednesday s state semifinals. Globe correspondents Liz Torres, Nick French, and Mike Carraggi contributed to this report. (Boston Globe)
LA Church 'agrees abuse pay deal' Nov 15, 2009
Cardinal Roger Mahony, the leader of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, later apologised to the victims, pledging that the abuse "will not happen again". "There really is no way to go back and give them that innocence that was taken from them. The one thing I wish I could give the victims... I cannot," Cardinal Mahony said ... The agreement, if approved, will settle all 15 upcoming paedophilia trials against Los Angeles archdiocese and avoids the threat of Cardinal Mahony being forced to testify... (Yahoo News -- Catholic Church Abuse Scandal)
St. Andrews altar server devoted to those in need Nov 14, 2009
When St. Andrew s celebrated its 30th anniversary last year, Cardinal Sean O Malley visited the church, and Newton got the chance to meet the religious leader. I was the altar server at the Mass, Newton said. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
Annual Bishops Conference underway in Yendi Nov 14, 2009
" In a keynote, the President of the Conference, Most Rev. Lucas Abadamloora, Bishop of Bolgatanga said the platform was used for prayers, consultations and deliberations to promote co-operation in the ministry and an organic pastoral solidarity. Most Rev. Abamloora said the conference was deliberating on national and church issues to get a better understanding to influence the catholic mission in Ghana. He used the conference to announce officially the appointment of Peter Cardinal Appiah... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
One win, one loss Nov 14, 2009
The Catholic High Lady Panthers pushed Sacred Heart in the first game before falling 26-24 and played hard in the next two games but couldnt get past the Lady Cardinals, who played top-seed McGehee in todays semifinals. I think that the biggest thing was the nerves and the excitement, said CHS coach April Harris. (New Iberia, LA)
Catholic Bishops congratulate Cardinal Turkson Nov 14, 2009
Yendi (N/R), Nov. 13, GNA - Catholic Bishops have congratulated Pete= r cardinal Appiah Turkson, Archbishop of Cape Coast, on his elevation as th= e President of the President of the Pontifical Council for Justice and Peac= e. In a communiqu=E9 issued at Yendi at the end of the week-long annual. plenary assembly of the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Ghana, the Bishop= s assured Cardinal Turkson of their support and prayers ... " The Bishops recalled that Cardinal Turkson was the Realtor General... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Many locals start strong, advance at volleyball tourney Nov 14, 2009
The Cardinals swept New Iberia-Catholic to advance. In Division I, No. 3 seed Fontainebleau eliminated rival Mandeville 3-0 and will face No. 2 seed Mount Carmel today at 6:45 p.m.. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Patrick Kennedy vs. the church Nov 14, 2009
Cardinal Sean O Malley presided over the funeral of the world-famous US senator, who also happened to be an abortion rights advocate ... At a graveside ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery, Cardinal Theodore A. McCarrick read aloud the letters exchanged between the dying senator and Pope Benedict XVI. In his letter, Kennedy listed the ways in which his public policy views mirrored the social teachings of the church ... The late Cardinal Richard Cushing of Boston was a close family friend. (Boston Globe)
Father Jack readies for last Amesbury service Nov 14, 2009
1987 was the year he became a priest; being ordained by Cardinal Bernard Law. The following is an excerpt from an open letter to Father Jack s parishioners and the people of Amesbury. (Amesbury News, MA)
Father Henry, a secret father Nov 14, 2009
Nathan grew up as a popular, athletic boy, a big fan of the St. Louis Cardinals baseball club and the Blues hockey team. He has autographs of the entire hockey team and a Cardinals uniform signed by All-Star first baseman Albert Pujols. (CNN)
Apron silent auction proceeds benefit food pantry Nov 13, 2009
Aprons for auction, their designers-sponsors, business locations and model names include: gingerbread apron, by Robin Johnson, Penny Schiltz and State Central Bank on display at State Central Bank; Thanksgiving apron by Marilyn Miller on display at Family Discount Furniture; bird lovers apron by Louise Orozco at Gate City Seed Co.; Hawkeye tailgating apron with chefs hat and tools by Charlie LaFrenz and Janet Fife-LaFrenz at Family Discount Shoes; abundant blessings by Ann Atterberg and... (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
No. 24 Notre Dame Prepares To Honor Senior Class In Upcoming Regular-Season Finale Nov 13, 2009
Notre Dame Official Athletic Site. Irish lead BIG EAST Conference standings with 12-0 league record. (Und.com)
Catholic Church needs more Internet savvy: bishop Nov 13, 2009
"Pope, cardinals, bishops, priests, lay people -- with the Internet we enter a marketplace, a free and spontaneous space where everything is said about everything, where everyone can debate everything," he added. "We should promote a Christian presence on the Web made up of operators including priests who of course master communication techniques but also provide spaces for research, encounters, dialogue and prayer," Di Falco said. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Forbes: Mexico kingpin among world's most powerful Nov 13, 2009
In 1993, gunmen linked to the Tijuana cartel attempted to assassinate Guzman at the Guadalajara airport but missed and instead killed Roman Catholic Cardinal Juan Jesus Posadas Ocampo, outraging Mexicans. Police arrested Guzman weeks later. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
A false choice in health care battle Nov 13, 2009
Just days after the country had buried Ted Kennedy, Cardinal Sean O Malley took to his blog to defend himself from critics attacking him for presiding over the funeral of a prochoice senator. The cardinal explained how he had used the occasion to lobby one of the mourners: the president of the United States. (Boston Globe)
Nominate players for games of Nov. 5-6 Nov 12, 2009
Walt Disney wrote on Nov 10, 2009 1:29 PM:" To: go panthersI created Mickey Mouse not Mikey whoever, besides; How can a CARDINAL beat a PANTHER? Can you explain that? I'm waiting! Oh! and I'm talkiing to YOU too panther fan. Can SOMEBODY tell me HOW! If you don't respond i'll just ask somebody from E.D. WHITE, they know how! ". tlj wrote on Nov 10, 2009 10:05 AM:" I would like to nominate defensive player of the week Troy Davis Jr. Troy had two fumbe recoveries. Good game. ". (New Iberia, LA)
Catholic bishops shape health care bill Nov 12, 2009
Cardinal Theodore E. McCarrick, seen in a 2005 photo, was on the phonewith House Speaker Nancy during the final hours of negotiation on the House health care bill ... Earlier in the day, Pelosi, a Catholic and an abortion rights supporter, had been on the phone to Rome with Cardinal Theodore E. McCarrick, Washington's former archbishop, on the subject ... Boston's Cardinal Sean P. O'Malley personally appealed to President Barack Obama about it near the church altar at the early September... (MSNBC -- Politics)
Catholic bishops press for health bill’s abortion restrictions Nov 12, 2009
Cardinal Theodore E. McCarrick, the former archbishop of Washington, was on the line for Pelosi, calling to discuss adding strict abortion restrictions to the House bill ... Boston s Cardinal Sean P. O Malley personally appealed to President Obama about the issue near the church altar at the late August funeral for Senator Edward M. Kennedy. (Boston Globe)
Critics Slam Time's 'Bishops' Feud' Abortion Article Nov 12, 2009
The article in Time's Nov. 8 issue contended that Archbishop Raymond Burke at the Vatican and Cardinal Sean OMalley, archbishop of Boston, were involved in a spat because O'Malley presided at the funeral of Massachusetts Sen ... " Asked whether this case involves how to handle the issue of Catholic politicians who support abortion rather than anything deeper, Walsh replied: Absolutely. Such differences are common among bishops, but they are handled in a gentlemanly way, and this issue is not... (Newsmax)
Nigeria: On the Returnee Catholics Nov 12, 2009
Stepping forward beneath the huge balconies of St. Peter's Basilica with their arms fully outstretched and with tears of joy rolling down their cheeks to receive the tumultuous crowd, are Pope Benedict XVI, Ecumenical Patriarch Dimitrios 1, Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew 1 and other leaders of the Orthodox Church and some princes of the Church including Nigeria's Cardinal Francis Arinze and Cardinal Anthony Okogie. With the hymn of thanksgiving, Te Deum, echoing silently at the background, a... (allAfrica.com)
Reading the high school football crystal ball (12) Nov 12, 2009
or Cardinal OHara. State champion: LaSalle College Two private schools have never met to determine the champion in Pennsylvanias largest classification. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
A dozen schools counting on transfers Nov 12, 2009
With the Cardinals, Caracter had off-court issues and had trouble staying in shape. Caracter has the talent to make UTEP a legit contender in Conference USA, but he will have to prove he's a changed man. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Regional Final Preview: J-L vs. Frankfort Nov 11, 2009
By Jeremy Speer Sports Editor Tuesday, November 10, 2009 10:32 AM EST Frankfort Panthers (9-2) at Johannesburg-Lewiston Cardinals (10-1) ... In 2008, the Cardinals advanced to the Class D semifinal, where they lost to eventual state-champion Fulton-Middleton ... ABOUT J-L: Simple is better for the Cardinals, who have used basically the same plays to run all over opponents in their Wing-T offense. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Valle rides another flying start to sectional win Nov 11, 2009
The Cardinals (10-2) stunned Thayer 35-34 in double overtime on Monday night. Luke Uding bounced outside for a 27-yard scoring jaunt on the Warriors first play from scrimmage after Jason Blum grabbed a leaping interception. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Home cooking once more for Davis, Cardinals Nov 11, 2009
But each week, the Cardinals have kept winning and thus have allowed them to make their playoff run from the friendly confines of the J-L field ... He s not expected back, but the Cardinals welcome back sophomore back Brian VanCoillie, who practiced for the first time in a month Monday ... Behind him, the Cardinals are thin at the halfback position. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Newt Gingrich's Religious Overhaul Nov 11, 2009
Lech Walesa "wears an icon of the black Madonna every day." A novena by the late Polish cardinal Stefan Wyszynski created "a countervailing culture of belief to offset the secular culture of the dictatorship." He spoke of a television tower in East Berlin that, during certain hours, appeared to show a cross because of the sun's reflection. From there, the speaker turned from faithless communists to godless liberals. (CBS News -- US)
THE INFLUENCE GAME: Bishops Shape Health Care Bill Nov 11, 2009
FILE - In this April 2, 2005, file photo, Cardinal Theodore E. McCarrick, who was then Washington's. FILE - In this April 2, 2005, file photo, Cardinal Theodore E. McCarrick, who was then Washington's archbishop, speaks with the media in Washington ... Earlier in the day, Pelosi, a Catholic and an abortion rights supporter, had been on the phone to Rome with Cardinal Theodore E. McCarrick, Washington's former archbishop, on the subject. (ABC News -- Business)
Maryland Defeats Catholic in Final Exhibition Nov 11, 2009
Four other Maryland players finished in double figures against the Cardinals ... The Terps outscored the Cardinals by 20 in the second half, 44-24, to finalize the score at 101-43 ... 4 percent for the game to the Cardinals' 26. (Umterps.com)
Mexico drug war ensnares Catholic church Nov 11, 2009
In 1993, Cardinal Juan Posadas Ocampo died in a hail of automatic weapons fire in the parking lot of an airport in central Mexico. Authorities said a drug gang killed him by mistake, confusing him with a rival trafficker, but some church leaders say Posadas was targeted for his denunciations of drug trafficking. (MSNBC -- International)
Norcross late bloomer Hubbard covered up with offers Nov 10, 2009
I believe he was on the Cardinals Super Bowl team last year at about 270. GAFAN. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Catholic Bishops Played Key Role in Abortion Amendment Nov 10, 2009
At the funeral of Senator Edward M. Kennedy in August, Cardinal Sen OMalley, the archbishop of Boston, stole a private moment with Mr. Obama to deliver the same warning: The bishops very much wanted to support his healthcare overhaul but not if it provided for abortions. The president listened intently, the cardinal reported on his blog. (Newsmax)
Expertswant debateon animals with human genes Nov 10, 2009
One Catholic cardinal branded such work "Frankenstein science.". Inform, rather, than reactBobrow said he and his colleagues were keen to avoid such frenzied debate again and hoped that by acting now they would be able to inform discussion rather than react to it. (MSNBC -- Environment)
LA Church 'agrees abuse pay deal' Nov 10, 2009
Cardinal Roger Mahony, the leader of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, later apologised to the victims, pledging that the abuse "will not happen again". "There really is no way to go back and give them that innocence that was taken from them. The one thing I wish I could give the victims... I cannot," Cardinal Mahony said ... The agreement, if approved, will settle all 15 upcoming paedophilia trials against Los Angeles archdiocese and avoids the threat of Cardinal Mahony being forced to testify... (Yahoo News -- Catholic Church Abuse Scandal)
CVC has six in playoffs,but only Irish at home Nov 10, 2009
The Cardinals, making their sixth consecutive trip in the postseason but first on the road since 2004, will travel to take on a Neptune (6-2) team that captured a 21-13 win at Lawrence last November. Steinert (5-3) parlayed a streak in which it won five of six games to earn the No. 6 seed as well as an appearance in the playoffs for the first time since 2003, when it lost to eventual state champion Brick Memorial, 7-6. (NJ.com -- Times)
Gammon-Deering, Dean are all-state Nov 10, 2009
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Feature: Taiwan embraces death Nov 10, 2009
Catholic Cardinal Paul Shan (85) is among prominent local figures who have thrown their weight behind the concept. He launched a "goodbye tour" in late 2007 with a series of speeches to share his fight against lung cancer. (iAfrica.com)
Fr. Jack Gentleman to leave Holy Family Nov 10, 2009
As was announced last weekend, Cardinal O Malley has ended my assignment here at Holy Family Parish. This weekend I will celebrate my final Mass here at 10:15. (Amesbury News, MA)
Friday Night Lights Nov 10, 2009
Cardinal OHara Brown scored two rushing touchdowns, but Wyndmoor LaSalle spoiled Senior Night with a 24-14 victory. LaSalle (8-1, 5-1 Philadelphia Catholic League AAAA) built a 21-0 first quarter lead and held on for the win. (Bucknuts.com)
N&O Rankings Nov 10, 2009
Cardinal Gibbons (8)10-1 ... Cardinal Gibbons coach Mike Sheehan developed a rotation plan for his defensive linemen in the preseason ... Cardinal Gibbons recaptured the N.C. High School Athletic Association state 3-A volleyball title on Saturday, avenging last year's loss to West Henderson 25-14, 25-12, 25-18 at Reynolds Coliseum. (News & Observer -- Sports)
19th Century cardinal 'answered cure prayers' Nov 10, 2009
Back 'cured by Cardinal prayer. Cardinal Newman could be made a saint ... In September Pope Benedict XVI approved claims Cardinal Newman "miraculously cured" Deacon Jack Sullivan. (BBC News -- UK)
Viagra introduces its latest celebrity backer: the devil Nov 10, 2009
A US Roman Catholic deacon spoke today of how the agonising pain he had suffered from a spinal disorder disappeared after praying to the revered English Cardinal John Henry Newman. More americas. (Yahoo News -- Men's Health)
LA cardinal offers abuse apology Nov 10, 2009
Cardinal Mahony described the abuse as a "terrible sin and crime" ... The apology by Cardinal Roger Mahony, the Church's leader, comes after the 508 victims reached a pay-out deal with the church worth $660m (324m) ... "I have come to understand far more deeply than I ever could the impact of this terrible sin and crime that has affected their lives," Cardinal Mahony told a news conference. (Yahoo News -- Catholic Church Abuse Scandal)
Catholic church's anti-abuse chief quits on eve of scathing report Nov 10, 2009
Cardinal Cormac Murphy-O'Connor, president of the Bishops' Conference, said: 'Eileen Shearer's professional leadership has greatly enhanced the work of child protection professionals in the church. . (Yahoo News -- Catholic Church Abuse Scandal)
