Joe Bukuras
Joseph Bukuras is a journalist at the Catholic News Agency. Joe has prior experience working in state and federal government, in non-profits, and Catholic education. He has contributed to an array of publications and his reporting has been cited by leading news sources, including the New York Times and the Washington Post. He holds a bachelor’s degree in political science from the Catholic University of America. He is based out of the Boston area.
Articles by Joe Bukuras
Wheel of Fortune’s Pat Sajak a key leader at Hillsdale College, a hub for Catholic converts
Sep 3, 2023 / 06:00 amHillsdale defines itself as “nonsectarian Christian,” but it has a thriving Catholic community.
Theodore McCarrick: ‘I have trouble with words’
Aug 31, 2023 / 15:30 pmThe former cardinal’s eloquence made him a force in the Catholic Church. Now, his loss for words appears to have spared him from criminal prosecution.
UPDATE: McCarrick’s alleged victim ‘left with nothing’ after ex-prelate ruled incompetent to face trial
Aug 30, 2023 / 12:37 pmFormer cardinal Theodore McCarrick is not competent to stand trial on criminal sexual abuse charges in Massachusetts, a state district judge ruled Wednesday.
Nigerian teen whose Christian conversion triggered death threats granted restraining order
Aug 28, 2023 / 14:45 pmFollowing threats by family members, the young woman sought a restraining order against her father and brothers.
Poll: More than 8 in 10 New Jersey parents want to be notified if child identifies as LGBT
Aug 25, 2023 / 14:36 pmThe poll also comes following national polls that indicate a rapidly rising number of young people identify as LGBTQ+.
Names of Baltimore clergy in sexual abuse report can be revealed, judge rules
Aug 24, 2023 / 11:12 amMaryland Attorney General Anthony Brown will be releasing all but three of the redacted names following last week’s Circuit Court for Baltimore City’s ruling.
South Carolina Supreme Court upholds ‘heartbeat’ abortion ban: ‘Life is winning’
Aug 23, 2023 / 14:23 pmThe ruling ended a circuit court’s injunction that had temporarily blocked the Fetal Heartbeat and Protection from Abortion Act.
Boston Catholic schools leader Thomas Carroll stepping down at end of school year
Aug 22, 2023 / 16:45 pmA well-known thought leader in Catholic education, Thomas Carroll served as the Boston Archdiocese’s schools superintendent since 2019.
Retired Albany bishop, accused of covering up and committing abuse, has died
Aug 21, 2023 / 14:15 pmBishop Howard Hubbard made headlines last year after he announced that he asked the Vatican if he could return to the lay state.
Two Worcester Catholic schools say they won’t implement bishop’s new gender policy
Aug 18, 2023 / 13:36 pmMembers of the religious orders affiliated with the schools said a policy is already in place that “respects the dignity of all persons.”
Ohio man arrested after attempting to light Catholic church on fire, vandalism
Aug 16, 2023 / 14:00 pmAuthorities say they saw Eric Beck, 30, of Painesville, Ohio, in Immaculate Conception Church after responding to a motion alarm call at about 2 a.m.
San Antonio Archdiocese removes two priests over allegations of child sex abuse
Aug 14, 2023 / 13:25 pmFather Alejandro Ortega and Father Jesus Eduardo “Lalo” Martinez-Solis were both accused of sexually abusing minors.
Slain Bishop David O’Connell’s replacement named to serve Los Angeles Archdiocese
Aug 11, 2023 / 11:45 amBishop-elect Brian Nunes said he could never “replace” O’Connell but wants to do everything possible to bring Christ to the region’s diverse population.
Pope Francis appoints EWTN’s Colin Donovan to Marian pontifical academy
Aug 10, 2023 / 20:11 pmThe appointment honors Donovan for his contributions to the field of Mariology and his commitment to spreading devotion to Mary.
U.S. pilgrims reflect on World Youth Day experience: a ‘small taste’ of heaven
Aug 9, 2023 / 15:45 pmCNA spoke to young adults about their experiences of World Youth Day 2023 in Lisbon, Portugal, last week.
Acquitted pro-life activist Mark Houck announces run for Congress
Aug 4, 2023 / 15:47 pmThe pro-life activist said that his arrest last year played a part in his decision to run for Congress.
New poll: Support for use of violence to restore ‘right to abortion’ increases
Aug 3, 2023 / 12:38 pmThe increase was most pronounced among self-described Democrats.
Retired bishop of Albany who is accused of abuse says he is married
Aug 1, 2023 / 15:25 pmIn a statement on Monday, Albany Bishop Edward Scharfenberger said Bishop Emeritus Howard Hubbard remains a bishop and his “marriage” is invalid.
New York City parish installs first-ever perpetual adoration chapel in Manhattan
Aug 1, 2023 / 13:30 pmThe Dominican-led Church of St. Joseph is the first location in Manhattan to offer perpetual adoration.
British man just convicted of killing ailing wife is released from custody
Jul 31, 2023 / 13:49 pmDavid Hunter told the court that his wife had blood cancer and that she was “begging” him to help her end her life.