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Tag Archives: California
Protecting seal of confession called essential for civilized society
(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
Posted in U.S., World
Tagged California, Confession, Nebraska, New York, Omaha, Oregon, S.B. 360, Salem, Seal of Confession Series
Priestly martyrdom to uphold seal of confession not a new phenomenon
(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
Posted in U.S., World
Tagged California, Confession, Jail, Martyrdom, New York, Oregon, Prauge, Seal of Confession Series
California bill aims to protect children by breaking seal of confession
(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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Tagged California, Confession, Penitent, Priest, S.B. 360, Seal of Confession Series
