CNA Staff
The Catholic News Agency (CNA) Staff is a team of journalists dedicated to reporting news concerning the Catholic Church around the world. Our bureaus are located in Washington, D.C., and Rome. We have sister language agencies in Kenya, Germany, Peru, Brazil, and Italy. CNA is a service of EWTN News. You can contact us at news@catholicna.com with questions.
Articles by CNA Staff
‘Roe v Wade’ film aims to accurately portray history of landmark decision
Feb 25, 2021 / 00:45 amThe co-writer and star of a new film chronicling the courtroom drama of the 1973 Roe v. Wade Supreme Court case said in a recent interview that the film aims to be a truthful and historically accurate account of how the landmark decision came to be, and stars actors with varying views on the topic of abortion.
After suicide at Catholic services center, Seattle archbishop emphasizes hope
Feb 24, 2021 / 17:07 pmIn the wake of a suicide at a Catholic social services headquarters in Seattle, Archbishop Paul Etienne said that Christians should remember the “desperation and hopelessness” of those in distress, but also God’s “profound love.”
Virtual conference to focus on St. Joseph
Feb 24, 2021 / 15:33 pmAs part of the Year of Saint Joseph called for by Pope Francis, the National Shrine of St. Joseph will host a virtual conference and rededicate the saint’s statue.
Latino Catholic entrepreneur recognized among Chicago ‘40 under 40’
Feb 23, 2021 / 19:33 pm“Hispanic young people are the future of this country and seeing that many are losing their Catholic faith serves as a reminder to me of how important it is to live our baptismal call, and that we must take responsibility and initiative to do something about it,” Del Real said in comments to CNA.
Democrats for Life oppose Becerra nomination
Feb 23, 2021 / 16:35 pmThe nomination of California Attorney General Xavier Becerra for Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary has been opposed by Democrats For Life of America, which has called for his nomination to be withdrawn.
Heartbeat International prepares for 50th annual conference
Feb 23, 2021 / 15:16 pmThe world’s largest pregnancy help organization is preparing for its 50th annual training conference, with both virtual and in-person options.
Archdiocese of Panama warns of abortion group claiming ‘Catholic’ title
Feb 22, 2021 / 15:07 pmThe Archdiocese of Panama warned the country’s faithful that “Catholics for the Right to Decide” (CDD in Spanish), which is trying to establish a presence in the country, is actually a partner organization of Catholics for Choice, a U.S. organization that promotes abortion.
Masterpiece Cakeshop attorney: No, religious freedom for wedding vendors isn’t harmful
Feb 20, 2021 / 02:39 amAhead of a significant Supreme Court case that could determine whether Catholic adoption agencies can stay open in the U.S., a religious freedom attorney has criticized an article arguing against religious freedom protections.
Filipino Catholics grateful for easing of Mass restrictions as Lent begins
Feb 19, 2021 / 18:26 pmArchbishop Charles Brown, the apostolic nuncio to the Philippines, applauded the government’s decision to ease restrictions on religious services, which he said is especially timely as the Church enters the season of Lent.
Venezuelan campaign focuses on lifesaving medication for the poor
Feb 18, 2021 / 20:00 pmA Lenten campaign launched by Caritas Venezuela is raising money to help poor and vulnerable people in the country buy lifesaving medication.
Virtual Theology on Tap: ‘Lukewarm Catholicism isn't an option’
Feb 18, 2021 / 17:28 pmSpeakers at a virtual Theology on Tap event last week encouraged Catholics to embrace their faith - even in a hostile culture - and avoid lukewarm Catholicism.
EWTN's Warsaw: Pro-life movement faced with challenges and opportunities
Feb 18, 2021 / 11:16 amA Catholic president pushing pro-abortion policies should be seen as both a challenge and as an opportunity for the pro-life movement and the Church, pro-life leaders said.
French National Assembly passes anti-extremism bill proposing stricter rules for religion
Feb 17, 2021 / 17:36 pmThe French National Assembly has passed a bill that backers say will counter extremism and separatism, especially among French Muslims. However, the bill includes stricter controls on religion, bars religious symbols in some circumstances, and places strict regulations on homeschooling.
Bishops ‘distressed’ by DNR orders for intellectually disabled COVID-19 patients
Feb 16, 2021 / 13:03 pmA statement Tuesday from the bishops of England and Wales said they are “distressed” by recent reports that COVID-19 patients are being given “do not resuscitate” orders solely on the grounds of intellectual disability.
New book aims to tell legend of 'The Good Thief' for kids
Feb 16, 2021 / 00:39 amEWTN host Raymond Arroyo is releasing a new children’s book recounting the legend of The Good Thief, one of the men crucified alongside Jesus on Good Friday.
Vandalized statue of Sacred Heart of Jesus returns to Texas cathedral
Feb 15, 2021 / 17:18 pmA west Texas parish has restored a century-old statue of the Sacred Heart of Jesus after it was vandalized and nearly destroyed last September.
Scottish Christian leaders join in opposition to proposed Hate Crime law
Feb 15, 2021 / 15:52 pmThe Catholic bishops of Scotland, along with several other Christian groups, are speaking out against a proposed “hate crimes” law in the country that they say could interfere with the free exercise of religion.
Irish bishops decry bill to legalize euthanasia
Feb 13, 2021 / 16:58 pmCatholic leaders and human rights advocates have expressed concern over a bill that would legalize physician-assisted suicide in Ireland.
YouTube’s permanent ban on LifeSiteNews prompts censorship concerns
Feb 12, 2021 / 18:17 pmYouTube has banned the pro-life group LifeSiteNews for alleged misinformation about COVID-19, prompting concerns about censorship and free debate.
Lawsuit highlights abuse cover-up allegations against St. Louis archbishop
Feb 12, 2021 / 16:08 pmArchbishop Mitchell Rozanski of St. Louis is accused in a new lawsuit of covering up abuse allegations in his former diocese of Springfield, MA, which he led from 2014 until last year.