• Statement on the Emerging Crisis in Puerto Rico and the Response by the Catholic Church
    November 2, 2017
    In response to the initial impact of Hurricanes Irma and Maria, it has become clear that the people of Puerto Rico face an unprecedented level of need as a result of those devastating storms. Meaningful action must address both the immediate and long-term needs of the Puerto Rican population.
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  • Bishop David Zubik on the resolution of Zubik v. Burwell
    Bishop David Zubik on the resolution of Zubik v. Burwell
    October 17, 2017
    by Bishop David A. Zubik
    This settlement restores religious freedom guaranteed by the First Amendment.  Our litigation sought to re-establish the cornerstone principle that freedom of religion means freedom to practice our faith in daily life, not just in worship and prayer.
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  • Bishop David Zubik Responds to Revised Rule on Religious Freedom
    Bishop David Zubik Responds to Revised Rule on Religious Freedom
    October 9, 2017
    by Bishop David A. Zubik
    Our attorneys are reviewing the Interim Final Rule issued by the Department of Health and Human Services. We are thankful that it appears to be a significant step on the road to ensuring that the government cannot force religious institutions to violate the precepts that they teach.
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  • Bishop David Zubik's statement on Las Vegas shooting
    Bishop David Zubik's statement on Las Vegas shooting
    October 2, 2017
    by Bishop David A. Zubik
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  • Bishop David Zubik’s statement on proposed Graham-Cassidy health care bill
    Bishop David Zubik’s statement on proposed Graham-Cassidy health care bill
    September 21, 2017
    by Bishop David A. Zubik
    Our society should reflect our moral values, and one way we do that is through shared responsibility for health insurance. The Catholic bishops of the United States have endorsed universal health care since 1919.
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  • Special Collection for Hurricane Irma Victims
    Special Collection for Hurricane Irma Victims
    September 19, 2017
    by Father Nicholas S. Vaskov
    Parishes in the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh will take up a special collection for victims of Hurricane Irma on the weekend of September 30–October 1, 2017.
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  • Bishop to Entust Diocese to Mary and Celebrate Fatima
    Bishop to Entust Diocese to Mary and Celebrate Fatima
    September 19, 2017
    by Fr. Jim Gretz
    Read the Bishop's most recent letter to the faithful, regarding an event honoring our Blessed Mother on Friday, October 13
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  • Bishop David Zubik urges support for DACA
    Bishop David Zubik urges support for DACA
    September 3, 2017
    by Bishop David A. Zubik
    Read the statement from Bishop Zubik, urging support for DACA
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  • Special Collection for Hurricane Harvey Victims
    August 30, 2017
    Parishes in the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh will take up a special collection on the weekend of September 16-17 to assist the victims of Hurricane Harvey.
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  • Statement on Racism
    Statement on Racism
    August 28, 2017
    Msgr. Ronald P. Lengwin, spokesman for the Diocese of Pittsburgh, offered these remarks at “A Prayer for Pittsburgh: A Prayer for Peace,” an interfaith gathering at the City-County Building. He spoke on behalf of Bishop David A. Zubik, who was unable to attend.
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