Christine Rousselle
Christine Rousselle is a former DC Correspondent for Catholic News Agency. Prior to working at CNA, she was the managing web editor of Townhall.com; she has a BA in political science from Providence College.
Articles by Christine Rousselle
National Review Board offers suggestions for bishops' accountability
Nov 13, 2018 / 15:05 pmSpeaking on Tuesday at the USCCB’s Fall General Assembly in Baltimore, Dr. Francesco Cesareo, chairman of the National Review Board, told those present that while efforts taken by the bishops to combat the sexual abuse crisis have been noticed, there is still much work to be done.
Tyler bishop: Our main job is to focus on salvation of souls
Nov 13, 2018 / 10:35 amAbout three months after calling for an investigation into the claims made by former Apostolic Nuncio Carlo Vigano, Bishop Joseph Strickland of Tyler, Texas is not confident that the Vatican will ever properly investigate allegations outlined in the nuncio’s August letter.
Abuse victims challenge US bishops to confront problems
Nov 12, 2018 / 13:26 pmTwo victims of clerical sexual abuse addressed members of the US bishops’ conference Monday and shared how the bishops' action, or inaction, on the abuse crisis has shaped their lives.
Apostolic Nuncio: Bishops need to regain trust of their faithful
Nov 12, 2018 / 08:52 amBishops in the United States need to work hard to regain the trust of their flocks and combat a culture of clericalism, Archbishop Christophe Pierre, apostolic nuncio to the United States, told those present at the USCCB’s Fall General Assembly in Baltimore, Md.
Trump signs rules restricting asylum for illegal migrants
Nov 9, 2018 / 14:48 pmUS President Donald Trump signed a proclamation Friday morning that would prohibit those who entered the United States illegally through the southern border from applying for asylum.
Florida bishops praise result as 1.5 million former felons get votes
Nov 8, 2018 / 16:30 pmOn Tuesday Nov. 6, Florida voted overwhelmingly to amend the state constitution to return the right to vote to convicted felons who had served their sentence. Amendment 4 appeared on the midterm ballot across the state and its passage will restore voting rights to 1.5 million people.
Catholic vote split in midterm elections, pro-life amendments adopted
Nov 7, 2018 / 14:10 pmThe Nov. 6 midterm elections saw the Catholic vote split evenly between the two main parties, while down-ballot measures to protect life and religious freedom were adopted by voters in several states.
U.S. will remain committed to protecting the unborn at the U.N., Haley says
Nov 5, 2018 / 16:00 pmAs negotiations begin on the annual United Nations humanitarian assistance omnibus resolution, the United States will remain committed to protecting the fundamental right to life for the unborn, a spokesperson for U.S. Ambassador Nikki Haley told CNA.
Trump’s plan for birthright citizenship flawed, says Catholic U law professor
Nov 1, 2018 / 15:44 pmA plan floated by President Donald Trump to end “birthright citizenship” through an executive order is likely unconstitutional, according to a law professor at The Catholic University of America.
Number of Americans who say they are witches is on the rise
Oct 30, 2018 / 13:00 pmThe number of Americans who claim to be witches has increased dramatically over the past 30 years.
Radical new UK abortion bill ‘unlikely’ to become law
Oct 23, 2018 / 14:00 pmPro-life advocates have responded cautiously to a proposed new law to expand access to abortion nationwide and force legalization on Northern Ireland, where the practice remains illegal in all but exceptional cases.
Having kids won’t doom your country, says #PostcardsForMacron creator
Oct 20, 2018 / 03:00 amThe idea that high fertility rates are a barrier to economic success is a contemporary myth, Catholic University of America economics professor, mother of eight, and viral hashtag creator Dr. Catherine Pakaluk told CNA.
Are you ready for the March for Life? Organizers announce 2019 theme
Oct 19, 2018 / 16:00 pmThe theme of the 2019 March for Life will be “Unique From Day One: Pro-Life is Pro-Science,” March for Life President Jeanne Mancini announced at an event on Capitol Hill on Thursday.
'Repairing God's House': Maryland parishes hold days of adoration
Oct 14, 2018 / 06:00 amTwo churches in Maryland have held days Eucharistic adoration with prayers for healing from the recent scandals that have plagued the Church. St. Andrew Apostle Church in Silver Spring, along with Sacred Heart Church in La Plata, hosted a 24-hour “Day of Prayer: Repair My House” October 4-5.
Vermont bishop to form lay committee to review clergy files
Oct 10, 2018 / 15:00 pmThe Diocese of Burlington, the only Catholic diocese in Vermont, is forming a lay committee to investigate personnel files relating to sexual abuse of minors by priests, Bishop Christopher Coyne announced in a statement Oct. 10. When is concludes its review, the committee will publicly release a list of accused priests.
Vast majority of private school blue-ribbon winners Catholic
Oct 9, 2018 / 13:30 pmThe Department of Education has awarded the 2018 National Blue Ribbon to more than three dozen Catholic schools. Of the nearly 50 private schools to receive the designation, almost 90 percent were Catholic.
Pakistani Supreme Court reserves judgement on Asia Bibi blasphemy case
Oct 8, 2018 / 12:01 pmPakistan’s Supreme Court has reserved judgement on the verdict of Asia Bibi, a Roman Catholic woman who was sentenced to death for blasphemy, several Pakistani news sources reported on Monday.
Public life must turn business to the common good, conference hears
Oct 4, 2018 / 13:00 pmHuman dignity and the common good are the essential aims of work, attendees heard at the 2018 Principled Entrepreneurship conference in Washington, D.C. The three-day conference is being cosponsored by the Catholic University of America’s Busch School of Business and the Napa Institute.
US Catholics' confidence in Francis shaken
Oct 3, 2018 / 13:24 pmA recent poll has shown a drop in popularity for Pope Francis in the United States over the past year. The poll suggests that many Americans increasingly disapprove of how the pope has handled the abuse crisis.
The Holy Spirit can guide, heal nation, justices hear at DC Red Mass
Oct 1, 2018 / 15:42 pmAmericans should call on the Holy Spirit to guide and heal the Church and nation, Msgr. Peter J. Vaghi said to attendees at Sunday’s annual Red Mass, celebrated at the Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle in Washington, DC.