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May 6, 2001
Updated: Thu, May 17, 2001

Cloning: church wrestles with ethical implications
As you read this, scientists working in labs around the world are manipulating cells, trying to create a human clone. Some plan to implant cloned embryos in a woman's uterus, in hopes of producing a living infant. For others, stem cells from cloned embryos are the intended product. Some of those scientists may have already succeeded, creating the first human embryo that did not rely on two biological parents contributing their genetic material. Go to story

Cardinal names new superintendent
The next leader of the largest parochial school system in the nation will be Nicholas M. Wolsonovich, now serving as superintendent of Catholic schools in the Diocese of Youngstown, Ohio. The appointment of Wolsonovich, 57, was to be announced May 3. Go to story

State budgets no increase for social service agencies
A slowing economy is no reason for the Illinois government to ignore the needs of private agencies that provide social services under state contract, according to an open letter from religious leaders. Go to story


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