Archive for December 18, 2025
Dublin Archdiocese dispels doubts, concerns about its financial position
Following a report in one of Ireland’s mainstream media publications, the Archdiocese of Dublin has moved to clarify questions raised... Read more
UPDATE: New York’s new archbishop-designate vows to ‘serve faithfully’ while remaining a Cubs fan
Pope Leo XIV has appointed Bishop Ronald Hicks of the Diocese of Joliet, Illinois, as the next archbishop of New... Read more
Countdown to the closing of the jubilee: When, who will close the Holy Doors in Rome?
Just a few weeks remain until the closing of the holy year, which was inaugurated by Pope Francis on Dec.... Read more
Federal court allows Michigan therapists to counsel children claiming to be opposite sex
Counselors and therapists in Michigan will be allowed to treat children who believe themselves to be the opposite sex, striking... Read more
HHS announces actions to restrict ‘sex-rejecting procedures’ on minors
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) proposed regulations today that would seek to end “sex-rejecting procedures.” Read more
European Parliament backs abortion fund resolution amid Catholic criticism
The European Parliament voted Dec. 17 in favor of a resolution supporting the creation of a new fund intended to... Read more
Advocates push EPA to include abortion drugs on list of drinking water contaminants
Here is a roundup of recent pro-life and abortion-related news. Read more
Trump eases marijuana regulations amid industry backing, Catholic concerns
President Donald Trump on Thursday signed an executive order to ease federal marijuana regulations. Read more
Sacramental encounters will help people stay in Church, fulfill spiritual needs, apologist says
Encouraging participation in Mass and making the sacraments more accessible can deepen fulfillment among Catholics, experts say. Read more
Pope Leo makes surprise visit to children’s Christmas concert at Castel Gandolfo school
Pope Leo XIV enjoyed a special Christmas concert this week dedicated to him by students of the Paul VI Pontifical... Read more
Pope Leo XIV warns against destructive spiral of autonomous weapons and escalation
Pope Leo XIV warned against the destructive spiral fueled by the arms race and the development of autonomous weapons. Read more
