Archive for August 17, 2023
Pope Francis meets Catholic president of Madagascar
The president was accompanied by his wife of 23 years and three young adult children. Read more
Former liberation theologian says movement fueled decline of Catholicism in Brazil
Friar Clodovis Boff said the Catholic Church needs to return to a Christ-centered theology in Brazil. Read more
Denver Archdiocese sues Colorado over preschool program that excludes Catholic schools
The lawsuit objects that the program rules are unconstitutional and exclude Catholic schools but not the preschool programs of other... Read more
Appeals court sides with anti-abortion protesters in D.C. First Amendment dispute
The court ruled that the pro-life demonstrators had “plausibly” demonstrated that Washington police had violated their First Amendment rights. Read more
Jesuit provincial in Bolivia says he would not have entered order if he knew about abuse
Father Bernardo Mercado was interviewed recently by the special commission for the investigation of sexual abuse in ecclesial environments. Read more
Explore Nebraska’s adoration chapels with a new pilgrimage ‘passport’
Bishop James Conley said he hopes pilgrims will visit the adoration chapels and pray specifically for their intentions as part... Read more
Brazilian mom fined for homeschooling her son and instilling Christian values
The local prosecutor’s office began legal proceedings against the mother for failing to enroll her minor child in the school... Read more
Target reports first sales decline in 6 years after boycotts over ‘Pride Month’ merchandise
Target’s decline comes after a nationwide conservative-led boycott of the store over its promotion of LGBTQ+ ideology and transgender products. Read more
U.S. State Department spokesman condemns seizure of Jesuit university in Nicaragua
“The U.S. condemns the regime’s ongoing repression of religious figures and institutions,” Principal Deputy Spokesperson Vedant Patel said. Read more
