Archive for May 24, 2017
St. Louis rule creates legal traps for pro-lifers, lawsuit charges
A St. Louis city ordinance that could force Catholic schools and pro-life pregnancy centers to hire employees who support abortion... Read more
Pope Francis, Trump hold landmark first meeting (Updated)
After months of anticipation, Pope Francis and U.S. President Donald Trump finally met at the Vatican Wednesday in a friendly... Read more
Pope Francis: Even in the darkest moments, Jesus walks with us
On Wednesday Pope Francis said that no matter what trials we might face, we have hope because Jesus is always... Read more
Ivanka Trump meets with human trafficking survivors in Rome
After a visit with Pope Francis Wednesday, Ivanka Trump met a group of human trafficking survivors, calling them examples of... Read more
ISIS ally in Philippines storms Catholic cathedral, takes hostages
Islamic State-allied militants in the Philippines have taken a Catholic priest and a group of church-goers hostage, threatening to kill... Read more
Cardinal Zen urges prayer for Christians in China
As Chinese Catholics celebrate the feast of Our Lady, Help of Christians, Cardinal Joseph Zen has asked for prayers on... Read more
Stronger religious freedoms in Texas could boost Catholic foster care
The Catholic Church in Texas will work to promote more foster parenting, following the state legislature’s approval of strong legal... Read more
Budget proposal draws concern for cuts to poverty programs
President Donald Trump’s budget requests, although applauded for their pro-life measures, were largely met with concern from Catholic aid groups,... Read more
Catholic academics urge protection of undocumented students
In the wake of increased government crackdown on immigration, a letter was sent to the Department of Homeland Security voicing... Read more
