Archive for November 26, 2020
China claims papal critique over Uyghurs has 'no factual basis at all'
Following Pope Francis’ mention in passing of the Uyghurs as persecuted in a new book, the Chinese foreign ministry said... Read more
Warning of donor harassment, Trump administration backs foes of Calif. disclosure rule
The Trump administration has asked the Supreme Court to review a challenge to a California requirement that charitable organizations disclose... Read more
Catholic bishops appeal for ‘peaceful solution’ to crisis in Belarus
The Catholic bishops of Belarus appealed Wednesday for a “peaceful solution” to the crisis that has gripped their country since... Read more
Vatican diplomat: ‘Pursuit of Truth’ necessary for inter-religious dialogue
At an event in Saudi Arabia this week, a Vatican diplomat emphasized the importance of religious freedom and said that “authentic... Read more
Pro-life student in midwife program receives apology and payout
An undergraduate student in a midwife program has received an apology and payout after she faced suspension because of her... Read more
Bishop hopes new Italian missal will help Catholics rediscover beauty of Mass
As the Church in Italy prepares to introduce its new translation of the Roman Missal on Sunday, the bishop in... Read more
Cardinal Nichols urges UK government to reconsider cut to foreign aid budget
Cardinal Vincent Nichols urged the U.K. government Thursday to reconsider a proposed cut to its foreign aid budget. Read more
Vatican diplomat: Lockdowns revealed ‘glaring contradiction’ in attitudes towards migrants
Coronavirus lockdowns revealed a “glaring contradiction” in attitudes towards migrants, a Vatican diplomat said Thursday. Read more
Supreme Court overturns NY church restrictions, Brooklyn bishop says religion 'essential' during pandemic
The Supreme Court said Wednesday night that NY state restrictions on religious services during the coronavirus pandemic are a violation... Read more
