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EU Catholic bishops lament ‘anti-religious bias’ in guide discouraging word ‘Christmas’
Dec 1, 2021Cardinal Hollerich said that Christmas was part ‘of European reality.’
Chile legislature defeats bill that would have permitted elective abortion
Nov 30, 2021The lower house of Chile’s legislature defeated Tuesday a bill that would have legalized elective abortion up to 14 weeks of pregnancy.
Bishop Deeley presides at outdoor prayer service for unclaimed remains in South Portland
Nov 30, 2021In view of the tombstones and damp terrain of the large and rolling Old Cemetery at Calvary, a small crowd stood reverently as Bishop Robert Deeley prayed over the unclaimed and cremated remains of ten people.
Pope Francis’ prayer intention for December is for catechists
Nov 30, 2021Pope Francis instituted a new ministry of catechist in May.
Pope Francis to Orthodox leader: May God prepare us to receive gift of full unity
Nov 30, 2021The pope sent the message on the feast of St. Andrew.
Vatican cardinal criticizes advice to avoid word ‘Christmas’ in EU commission communications guide
Nov 30, 2021The guidelines were withdrawn on Tuesday.
7 things to know about the Dobbs abortion case now before the Supreme Court
Nov 30, 2021The U.S. Supreme Court is hearing a historic case on Dec. 1 that directly challenges Roe v. Wade, the 1973 ruling that legalized abortion nationwide. Here’s what you need to know.
Bolivian archdiocese condemns feminist violence against those protecting churches
Nov 29, 2021The Archdiocese of Santa Cruz de la Sierra has condemned the violence perpetrated outside its cathedral by feminist demonstrators Nov. 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women.
Will the Supreme Court end Roe v. Wade?
7 things to know about the Dobbs abortion case now before the Supreme Court
Nov 30, 2021The U.S. Supreme Court is hearing a historic case on Dec. 1 that directly challenges Roe v. Wade, the 1973 ruling that legalized abortion nationwide. Here’s what you need to know.
What makes Dobbs the best, and possibly last, chance to overturn Roe?
Nov 28, 2021Legal experts say the Dobbs case presents an ideal opportunity for the U.S. Supreme Court to reconsider previous rulings that upheld legal abortion nationwide.
Faith leaders unite to ‘Pray for Dobbs,’ the case that could overturn Roe
Nov 22, 2021Catholic, Orthodox, and Protestant Christians recently united for a day of prayer in anticipation for an upcoming U.S. Supreme Court case concerning abortion.
A Roe v. Wade reading list: Must-read books to understand the landmark abortion ruling
Nov 22, 2021With oral arguments for the greatest challenge to Roe v. Wade in a half century set for Dec. 1, readers may be intrigued to know more about the landmark case. These books can help understand where Roe went wrong and how to get it right.
Pope Francis: St. Joseph shows engaged couples what real love looks like
Pope Francis’ prayer intention for December is for catechists
Pope Francis to Orthodox leader: May God prepare us to receive gift of full unity
Vatican cardinal criticizes advice to avoid word ‘Christmas’ in EU commission communications guide
Report: Pope Francis could bring 50 migrants from Cyprus to Italy
Mike Pence calls on Supreme Court to overturn Roe v Wade
New Loyola Marymount alumni petition targets use of preferred pronouns
Bishop Deeley presides at outdoor prayer service for unclaimed remains in South Portland
7 things to know about the Dobbs abortion case now before the Supreme Court
Phil Saviano, survivor of clerical abuse featured in 'Spotlight,' dies at 69
Chile legislature defeats bill that would have permitted elective abortion
Bolivian archdiocese condemns feminist violence against those protecting churches
Bishops of Puerto Rico express their solidarity with Cuban bishops’ 'desire for freedom'
Colombian court lifts ban of video by influencer Kika affirming traditional marriage
Relic of Saint John Paul II stolen from historic basilica
EU Catholic bishops lament ‘anti-religious bias’ in guide discouraging word ‘Christmas’
Amid protests against Italy’s vaccine rules, Cardinal Parolin says Church’s message is clear
Paris archdiocese to present plans for Notre-Dame’s interior amid outcry
The leader of Afghanistan’s Catholic community longs to return to the country
Catholic bishop ‘shocked and saddened’ by Jersey vote for assisted suicide ‘in principle’
Sydney archbishop urges public opposition to New South Wales euthanasia bill
Canonization cause of Archbishop Teofilo Camomot advances
Catholic cathedral hit by artillery shelling in Burma
New report details experience of Christians detained in North Korea
India's Christians see dangers in Karnataka survey, anti-conversion push
The story behind the new Our Lady of Arabia cathedral in Bahrain
Legal group joins outcry over removal of Nigeria from religious freedom watch list
The last surviving Trappist monk from Algeria massacre has died at 97
This bishop-elect was shot and his episcopal ordination postponed to 2022
Pope Francis donates $170,000 to Catholic Church in Syria
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7 things to know about the Dobbs abortion case now before the Supreme Court
Nov 30, 2021The U.S. Supreme Court is hearing a historic case on Dec. 1 that directly challenges Roe v. Wade, the 1973 ruling that legalized abortion nationwide. Here’s what you need to know.
Bolivian archdiocese condemns feminist violence against those protecting churches
Nov 29, 2021The Archdiocese of Santa Cruz de la Sierra has condemned the violence perpetrated outside its cathedral by feminist demonstrators Nov. 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women.
Phil Saviano, survivor of clerical abuse featured in 'Spotlight,' dies at 69
Nov 29, 2021Phil Saviano, a survivor of clerical sexual abuse whose story was featured in the 2015 film “Spotlight” died on Sunday, Nov. 28, at the age of 69.
Paris archdiocese to present plans for Notre-Dame’s interior amid outcry
Nov 29, 2021Critics say the proposals would turn the site into ‘a kind of theme park.’
Catholic priests survey finds lower morale, 'conservative shift' among U.S. clergy
Nov 29, 2021A new survey released this month suggests a more “pessimistic” view of the Catholic Church among U.S. priests today as compared to 2002, as well as an increasing perception of “more theologically conservative or orthodox” young priests as compared to their older counterparts.
Report: Pope Francis could bring 50 migrants from Cyprus to Italy
Nov 29, 2021The pope will arrive in Cyprus on Dec. 2.
The meanings and traditions of Advent
Nov 29, 2021Advent is a time of preparation. We prepare our hearts for the coming of Christ, and welcome his presence into our lives.
The leader of Afghanistan’s Catholic community longs to return to the country
Nov 29, 2021‘I would not have left the country while even a single sheep was left of my little flock.’
Catholic bishop ‘shocked and saddened’ by Jersey vote for assisted suicide ‘in principle’
Nov 29, 2021He said the vote showed ‘a woeful lack of interest in protecting the most vulnerable people in our society.’
Immaculate Conception: Pope Francis cancels public act of veneration again due to pandemic
Nov 29, 2021Last year, the pope made a surprise visit to pray alone at the Immaculate Conception statue.
Pope Francis: Life’s essential ingredient is prayer
Nov 28, 2021On the first Sunday of Advent, Pope Francis reminded Christians that an essential ingredient for living an alert and joyful life is prayer.
Bishops of Puerto Rico express their solidarity with Cuban bishops’ 'desire for freedom'
Nov 28, 2021The Puerto Rican Bishops’ Conference expressed its solidarity with the desire of the Cuban bishops “to be heard, for peace, freedom, sincere dialogue and freedom of speech to address the major problems” confronting the island nation.
