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the Catholic Church in the United States is experiencing a significant change in its structure and pastoral focus Photo: Semana.com

Local Church•Vocations

In view of the shortage of priests, diocese grants dispensation from Sunday Mass: where and under what circumstances?

The announcement, delivered in a pastoral letter read across parishes this past Sunday, June 22, acknowledges the growing reality that many Catholics are now unable to attend Sunday Mass through no fault of their own. Nuzik, who has led the Archdiocese of Olomouc since February 2024 and was elected president of the Czech Bishops’ Conference earlier this year, described the move as a “pastoral help”

Cardinals and Bishops•Local Church•Protection of vulnerable people

Crisis Deepens in Lima Archdiocese Amid Abuse Allegations and Accusations of Mismanagement Under Cardinal Castillo

A key flashpoint involves a contemplative nun who claims she was sexually manipulated by Fr. Nilton Zárate, a priest allegedly close to Cardinal Castillo. According to a 2024 sworn statement obtained by U.S.-based outlet The Pillar, the nun describes years of inappropriate spiritual direction that veered into manipulation and coercion