Ireland's seminaries plan recruiting drive to boost vocations
Ireland faces a steady decline in young men entering seminaries and growing dropout rates. Experts cite competition from American dioceses, shifts in lay spirituality, and a need to present religious life in a modern, engaging way to attract candidates. Authorities insist no crisis but say recruitment must adapt to the times.
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Retail Sales End Year Strong Despite December Dip
The Commerce Department reports December sales fell 0.5 percent to 26.34 billion due to tight household purses, while 1967 overall saw a 3 percent rise to over 313.33 billion, marking a record year.
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Reading Railroad posts record December and 1967 year totals
The Reading Railroad reports 1.2 million passengers in December the highest monthly total in 15 years. The 1967 yearly volume reached 12.7 million the largest annual total since 1957 with a 5 percent rise over 1966.
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