According to a new report, in the Gulf South the number of unemployed persons has more than doubled.

The pope was “deeply moved by their stories and expressed his shame and sorrow over what victims and their families have suffered.”

An Irish government spokesman said that amount, even added to the large sums already paid by religious orders, was still insufficient.

“In March we finally accomplished what I set out to do 18 years ago,” Rep. Stupak said. “I’m proud to have helped bring it across the finish line.”

A special collection for Haiti in Catholic parishes nationwide has raised $58.7 million to date.

“As one of the greatest suppliers of electricity in our country, we must reflect on what producing this energy truly costs," said Bishop Michael J. Bransfield.