Archive for August 29, 2024
The Christian girl scouting group dedicated to supporting ‘girls who strive for sainthood’
Archbishop Dennis Schnurr of Cincinnati said he “wholeheartedly” endorses American Heritage Girls, a Christian scout group that helps girls grow... Read more
As EU plans new vaccine passport, Catholic experts call for pandemic response review
Catholic experts weigh in as a new initiative, dubbed “European Vaccination Beyond COVID-19,” aims at establishing a Europe-wide vaccination card... Read more
Nearly 2,000 Christian youth in Iraq gather for prayer, faith formation
Young people from Christian youth groups across Iraq gathered for the seventh annual Ankawa Youth Gathering held Aug. 22–24 in... Read more
PHOTOS: New Vatican Gardens tour invites families to explore God’s natural ‘masterpieces’
Children and their families now have the chance to encounter the Vatican Gardens in a way tailored to capture the... Read more
North Carolina basilica receives $750,000 preservation grant from National Park Service
The Minor Basilica of St. Lawrence the Deacon and Martyr in Asheville, North Carolina, has been awarded a $750,000 grant... Read more
Religious broadcasters sue IRS over rule limiting political speech for nonprofits
The complaint, filed by the National Religious Broadcasters, argues churches “are placed in a unique and discriminatory status” by the... Read more
St. Teresa of Ávila’s body remains incorrupt after almost 5 centuries
The Diocese of Ávila in Spain reported that the body of St. Teresa of Ávila remains incorrupt after her death... Read more
Pregnancy centers sue Massachusetts for taxpayer-funded ‘campaign of intimidation’
Here’s a roundup of the latest developments in the U.S. regarding abortion and pro-life issues. Read more
What is the Comstock Act? The 1873 abortion rules Trump won’t enforce
The Comstock Act, signed into law by President Ulysses S. Grant in 1873, restricts the delivery of “obscene” and “vile”... Read more
Live Action president Lila Rose: ‘Trump is losing pro-life votes’
Live Action president Lila Rose is increasing her criticism of Donald Trump — arguing that his recent statements are alienating... Read more
House lawmakers probe HHS on its backing of sex changes for kids
“We are concerned that HHS officials ... inappropriately applied pressure for changes to international pediatric medical standards,” Rep. Lisa McClain... Read more
