USCCB - (Office of Media Relations) - October 1998 Press Release Archives

October 1998 Press Release Archives

Cardinal Keeler Says Canonization of Edith Stein Can Be Catalyst for Significant Dialogue Between Christians and Jews (98-205)
October 2, 1998
In an advisory to the Catholic Bishops on the upcoming canonization of Edith Stein (Blessed Benedicta of the Cross), Cardinal William Keeler of Baltimore said the canonization can be the catalyst for a significant historical and theological dialogue between Christians and Jews.
Catholic Campaign For Human Development Joins With Catholic Health Association for Unprecedented Five-Year Welfare-to-Work Initiative (98-207)
october 2, 1998
The Catholic Campaign For Human Development (CCHD) and the Catholic Health Association of the United States (CHA) today announced their first-ever joint effort, a welfare-to-work project.
Antz Doesn't Measure Up (98-208)
October 2, 1998
The 1-800-311-4CCC movie line reviews Antz for the week of October 2-8. Also included on the toll-free line is a review of True Grit, this week's suggested home video for family viewing.
Thomas Meehan, Director of Human Resources at NCCB/USCC, Dies (98-209)
October 6, 1998
Thomas Meehan, Director of Human Resources for the National Conference of Catholic Bishops/United States Catholic Conference, died October 4, following an extended illness.
The 1-800 Movie Line Reviews Antz (98-213)
October 9, 1998
The 1-800-311-4CCC movie line again leads with a review of Antz for the week of October 9-15. Also included on the toll-free line is a review of The Big Sombrero, this week's suggested home video for family viewing.
Bishops' Doctrine Committee Answers Questions on Ordination (98-210)
October 13, 1998
Speed up Promotion of Women in the Church, Urges Bishops' Committee (98-206)
October 13, 1998
Spanish-Language Public Service TV Ads Promoting Family Relationships To Be Launched Nationwide by Catholic Church (98-214)
October 13, 1998
Two public service TV ads designed for the Hispanic community will be distributed the week of October 12 to more than 60 Spanish TV stations throughout the country.
Renewed Mid-East Peace Negotiations Should Restore Hope (98-212)
October 14, 1998
Israeli and Palestinian leaders meeting tomorrow in Washington should seize the opportunity at hand to make progress towards peace "without hesitation," according to the Chairman of the Bishops' International Policy Committee.
USCC Official Hails Passage of Freedom from Religious Persecution Act (98-215)
October 15, 1998
Gerard F. Powers, Director of the Office for International Justice and Peace, United States Catholic Conference, hailed passage of the Freedom from Religious Persecution Act (H.R. 2431). This is the text of his statement, issued October 13.
USCC Delegation Returns from Northern Ireland (98-216)
October 16, 1998
Bishop Raymond Boland of Kansas City-St. Joseph, Missouri, led a delegation from the United States Catholic Conference (USCC) to Northern Ireland to attend the ninth annual meeting of the Inter-Church Committee on Northern Ireland. The trip took place September 30-October 2.
Beloved Chronicles the Pain of Slavery (98-217)
October 16, 1998
The 1-800-311-4CCC movie line reviews Beloved for the week of October 16-22. Also included on the toll-free line is a review of The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, this week's suggested home video for family viewing.
Linda Hunt Appointed Director of Human Resources (98-218)
October 19, 1998
Linda D. Hunt has been appointed Director of Human Resources of the U.S. Catholic Conference, succeeding Thomas J. Meehan who served as Director for 11 years prior to his death October 4.
Leaders Mourn Passing of Father Edward Flannery, a Pioneer in Catholic-Jewish Relations (98-221)
October 20, 1998
Cardinal William H. Keeler, Episcopal Moderator for Catholic-Jewish Relations, National Conference of Catholic Bishops (NCCB), called Father Edward Flannery "an early and effective pioneer" in fostering positive Catholic-Jewish relationships.
November Events (98-219)
October 21, 1998
November Pitches (98-220)
October 21, 1998
Congressional Action on Migration Issues Hailed (98-222)
October 21, 1998
Congressional action on behalf of Haitians and agricultural guest workers in the waning hours of this year's session won acclaim from the chairman of the Bishops' Migration Committee today.
This Week's Family Video Pick Is The Pride of the Yankees (98-223)
October 23, 1998
The 1-800-311-4CCC movie line reviews The Impostors for the week of October 23-29. Also included on the toll-free line is a review of The Pride of the Yankees, this week's suggested home video for family viewing.
Daily Scripture Readings, Glossary, FAQs About Bible On U.S. Bishops' Web Page (98-224)
October 28, 1998
Daily Scripture readings, a brief glossary of biblical and liturgical terms and frequently asked questions about the Bible and the Mass now appear on the U.S. Bishops' Web site, home of the New American Bible home page.
Ethical Dimensions of International Debt' Theme of Successful Conference at Seton Hall (98-225)
October 28, 1998
Candid dialogue among international bankers, government and religious leaders, academics, and representatives of non-governmental organizations from several countries characterized two days of unprecedented meetings on the topic of the international debt of the poorest countries, hailed by all participants as a constructive beginning.
A Variety of Statements and the Election of New President and Vice President Fill up Agenda of Catholic Bishops' Meeting (98-226)
October 28, 1998
Statements on "Everyday Christianity: The Lay Vocation to Hunger and Thirst for Justice," on "Living the Gospel of Life: A Challenge to American Catholics," and on "Welcome and Justice for People with Disabilities" are among items on a heavy agenda for the upcoming meeting of the nation's Catholic bishops.
The Mighty a Story of Hope (98-227)
October 30, 1998
The 1-800-311-4CCC movie line reviews The Mighty for the week of October 30 - November 6. Also included on the toll-free line is a review of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, this week's suggested home video for family viewing.