Tag Archives: California

Protecting seal of confession called essential for civilized society

Posted on June 19, 2019 by

(Fourth in a series) By Chaz Muth Catholic News Service SALEM, Ore. (CNS) — When Ethan K. Alano walks into the reconciliation room at Queen of Peace Catholic Church in Salem, he bares his soul before God and goes into … Continue reading →

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Priestly martyrdom to uphold seal of confession not a new phenomenon

Posted on June 18, 2019 by

(Third in a series) By Chaz Muth Catholic News Service NEW YORK (CNS) — A symbol of the historical commitment priests have to the seal of confession greets people as they cross the threshold of a Catholic church in Manhattan’s … Continue reading →

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California bill aims to protect children by breaking seal of confession

Posted on June 17, 2019 by

(Second in a series) By Chaz Muth Catholic News Service SACRAMENTO, Calif. (CNS) — When Catholic clergy, penitents, theologians and canon lawyers look at the wording in a California state bill that would compel a priest to reveal what’s heard … Continue reading →

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