Christine Rousselle

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

How Paralympics prime time coverage can help ‘normalize’ persons with disabilities

Aug 30, 2021 / 10:01 am

A Catholic disability advocate praised an increase of television and media coverage for this year’s Paralympic Games, saying it will help normalize disability. 

$1.25M donation will transform University of Maine's Newman Center chapel

Aug 28, 2021 / 06:00 am

The planned renovations include a “quiet, beautiful narthex where one can transition into the presence of God;” different entrances for the chapel and for the main hall, a separate chapel “featuring a new sacristy, tabernacle, altar, ambo, and main crucifix,” a steeple with a bell, a Marian garden, and spaces for students to have meetings and foster community.

Chicago archdiocese mandates COVID vaccination for clerics, employees

Aug 25, 2021 / 15:26 pm

The Archdiocese of Chicago will require all archdiocesan employees and clergy to receive the vaccine for COVID-19 within the next six weeks, and will only allow exemptions for medical reasons.

‘Tragedy of epic proportions’: Buffalo bishop responds to deluge of abuse lawsuits

Aug 24, 2021 / 17:30 pm

After nearly 1,000 abuse claims were filed against clergy in the Diocese of Buffalo in the last two years, the diocese’s Bishop Michael Fisher called it a “tragedy of epic proportions.”

He once rescued 14,000 refugees – now could he intercede in Afghanistan’s crisis?

Aug 24, 2021 / 03:00 am

As thousands try to escape a crisis in Afghanistan, Catholics could ask the intercession of a man who orchestrated the largest humanitarian rescue operation - Servant of God Marinus (Leonard) LaRue.

Prayers continue for Cardinal Burke

Aug 20, 2021 / 17:22 pm

Prayers for Raymond Cardinal Burke continue to pour in amid unconfirmed reports that his condition is improving. 

Proposal for at-home medical abortion puts 'profit ahead of people', says prolife Democrat

Aug 20, 2021 / 13:02 pm

A move to eliminate the in-person requirement for medical abortions and to allow abortion pills to be distributed through the mail will harm women and only serve corporate interests, says one pro-life activist. 

Terrified Christians in Afghanistan brace for attacks: 'We are coming for you'

Aug 19, 2021 / 10:21 am

Numerous Christian aid organizations and leaders have spoken about the imminent threat to the Christian community in Afghanistan after the country fell to the Taliban.

Brazilian bishop resigns after leak of explicit video

Aug 18, 2021 / 16:01 pm

Pope Francis accepted the resignation of the Bishop of São José do Rio Preto on Wednesday, five days after a sexually explicit video of the bishop was shared on the internet. 

Arrest made in relation to fire at Glasgow parish

Aug 18, 2021 / 12:00 pm

A man has been arrested and charged with wilful fire-raising after a Catholic church in Glasgow was destroyed last month. 

Canadian prolife group not faulted by Elections Canada investigation

Aug 16, 2021 / 16:20 pm

A pro-life organization opposed to euthanasia did not violate Canadian elections law, nor was the organization ever informed as to what they were accused of doing illegally.

Charles Camosy urges Covid vaccination, and upholds conscience rights

Aug 16, 2021 / 15:53 pm

A Catholic bioethicist has made the case for everyone to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, while also holding that the Church needs to play a central role against the widespread adoption of vaccine mandates. 

Three times Mother Angelica trusted God to provide for EWTN

Aug 15, 2021 / 17:30 pm

From its humble beginnings in a garage-turned-studio in Alabama to a global network broadcasting from all around the world, EWTN’s foundress Mother Angelica relied heavily

US bishops offer prayers following earthquake in Haiti

Aug 14, 2021 / 15:00 pm

The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops expressed their sorrow at the news of a massive earthquake once again striking Haiti, as the United States announced

Texas death row inmate sues to have pastor’s touch in execution chamber

Aug 13, 2021 / 14:21 pm

A man scheduled to be executed in early September is suing the Texas Department of Criminal Justice to have his pastor lay hands on him as he is dying. 

‘Dereliction of its duty’: US bishops rebuke Biden administration for dropping conscience rights lawsuit

Aug 12, 2021 / 17:03 pm

The U.S. bishops on Thursday criticized the Biden administration for dropping a conscience rights lawsuit.

Facing COVID criticism, Catholic Charities defends its ministry to migrants

Aug 12, 2021 / 13:30 pm

Catholic Charities on Thursday defended its ministry to migrants, amid criticism that one of its member agencies is acting recklessly with regard to the pandemic. 

Charleston bishop blesses new crisis maternity home

Aug 12, 2021 / 10:01 am

The bishop of Charleston on Wednesday blessed a new home for women experiencing a crisis pregnancy in South Carolina.

After police officer's shooting death, Cardinal Cupich urges 'commitment to protecting life'

Aug 11, 2021 / 18:00 pm

Blase Cardinal Cupich of Chicago condemned Wednesday the rising levels of gun violence in the city of Chicago and called for prayers after one police officer was shot and killed, and another was injured. 

Report shows Irish teachers' concern over bullying of practicing Catholic students

Aug 11, 2021 / 10:02 am

A report on a survey of 214 religious education teachers in Ireland is raising alarm that students who practice a religion, particularly Catholicism, are being bullied for their beliefs.