The organization has pledged "to continue its services even if a same-sex marriage bill passes” said Bishop Barry C. Knestout.

The U.N.-sponsored World Summit on Food Security in Rome ended with many participants frustrated with the lack of progress on food security goals.

The work of the Catholic Church in Africa to care for people living with AIDS is designed to show solidarity with everyone in need.

Archbishop Rowan Williams, spiritual leader of the Anglican Communion, said the ecumenical situation really is a “glass half full.”

The bishops heard a report from an ongoing study of sexual abuse by priests conducted by the John Jay College of Criminal Justice.

“We pledge...to ensure that all C.C.H.D. funds are used faithfully, effectively and in accord with Catholic social and moral teaching,” said Bishop Roger P. Morin.