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Articles by CNA Staff
Haitians in Miami shocked by assassination of Jovenel Moïse
Jul 8, 2021 / 14:01 pmThe administrator of the Archdiocese of Miami’s mission for Haitians said Wednesday that the community is in shock and disbelief following the assassination of Jovenel Moïse, Haiti’s president.
Polish Catholic bishops’ leader: The Church supports those opting for COVID-19 vaccine
Jul 8, 2021 / 12:00 pmArchbishop Gądecki said vaccination was “an important tool.”
This song will debut at the upcoming St. Joseph Summit
Jul 8, 2021 / 11:15 amThe upcoming Saint Joseph Summit will feature the debut of the “Song of Saint Joseph,” a new original song by Catholic musician Donna Lee.
Cardinal Tobin, Colorado bishops warn against federal abortion funding
Jul 8, 2021 / 09:02 amCatholic leaders this week warned that proposed legislation could push billions of federal tax dollars toward funding of elective abortions.
Pope Francis names Jesuit cardinal to key synod on synodality position
Jul 8, 2021 / 06:00 amCardinal Jean-Claude Hollerich will serve as relator general.
Mother Cabrini's order celebrates 75th anniversary of her canonization
Jul 7, 2021 / 22:01 pmSt. Frances Xavier Cabrini is a beacon of hope and life, the general superior of the order founded by the saint, the Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, wrote Tuesday to mark the 75th anniversary of the foundress’ canonization.
Some abuse victims dissatisfied by Rochester diocese's bankruptcy plan
Jul 7, 2021 / 19:01 pmA proposed settlement deal between the Diocese of Rochester and several insurance agencies has drawn criticism from a group of abuse victims, whose lawyer says the settlement would not cover enough of the lawsuits that the diocese faces.
Two more US bishops emphasize the need for Eucharistic document
Jul 7, 2021 / 11:21 amThe U.S. bishops are drafting a Eucharistic document to catechize Catholics, not to score political points, two bishops emphasized this week.
‘This law makes me feel I am better off dead’: UK court hears Down syndrome abortion law challenge
Jul 7, 2021 / 08:05 amJudgment is expected to be reserved until a later date.
Support grows for ‘born-alive’ abortion bill in Australia
Jul 7, 2021 / 05:40 amThe private members’ bill was introduced on June 21.
Suspected members of Boko Haram kidnap Catholic priest in Nigeria
Jul 7, 2021 / 03:03 amFr. Elijah Juma Wada was abducted on June 30.
Ohio enacts health care conscience protections
Jul 6, 2021 / 18:00 pmOhio state law now includes conscience protections for medical professionals, after Governor Mike DeWine signed a state budget bill into law on June 30.
Nuncio prays for peace and harmony in Belarus at renowned Marian shrine
Jul 6, 2021 / 14:00 pmArchbishop Ante Jozić prayed that, with God’s help, divisions would be overcome.
Catholic groups criticize abortion report backed by European Parliament
Jul 6, 2021 / 08:00 amFourteen organizations said they stood united in the defense of human life.
Catholic archdiocese delivers food to families hit by India’s 2nd COVID-19 wave
Jul 6, 2021 / 03:30 amBhopal archdiocese is also helping the poor to pay medical bills.
‘Major victory’ for pro-lifers as attempt to introduce abortion up to birth in England and Wales fails
Jul 5, 2021 / 13:40 pm“This would have left England and Wales with one of the most extreme abortion laws in the world.”
Church leaders in Hungary and Slovakia welcome confirmation of papal visit
Jul 5, 2021 / 07:35 amPope Francis is expected to visit the countries on Sept. 12-15.
Cardinal Parolin: Europe needs faith in God as it struggles with ‘demographic winter’
Jul 5, 2021 / 05:45 amThe Vatican Secretary of State was preaching at Mass in Strasbourg, France.
12 Amazing Facts about the life of Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati
Jul 4, 2021 / 01:00 amPier Giorgio Frassati, born on April 6, 1901 to a prominent and wealthy Italian family, became a popular role model very soon after he died on July 4th of 1925 at age 24.
Four patriotic Americans on their way to sainthood
Jul 4, 2021 / 00:00 amThe Catholic Church in the United States has a long list of extraordinary men and women from all walks of life who are on their way to official sainthood because they lived Christian virtues to the maximum. On this 4th of July weekend, we share some of them who, while living those virtues, were also extraordinary examples of heroic dedication to their country.