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Seattle archbishop goes on the record about future of the Catholic Church
Seattle archbishop goes on the record about future of the Catholic Church
Seattle archbishop goes on the record about future of the Catholic Church

Published on: 05/10/2025

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Archbishop of Seattle Paul Etienne discussed the future of the Catholic Church and how Washington clergy will navigate a new mandatory reporting law.

News Source : https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/washington/seattle-archbishop-paul-etienne/281-493e6b8d-6dbc-4a5e-b21e-079bdb21b741

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