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Judy Henderson spent 36 years in prison for a crime she did not commit. Now she works with Catholic Charities helping women, children, and families in need.

Wrongfully imprisoned 36 years, Missouri woman still advocates for incarcerated mothers

Apr 27, 2025

By Francesca Pollio Fenton

Currently an administrative assistant for Catholic Charities of Kansas City-St. Joseph, Judy Henderson continues to assist incarerated mothers and families... Read more

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FBI says judge, former Catholic Charities director sheltered illegal immigrant from arrest

Apr 26, 2025

By Daniel Payne

A criminal complaint alleges that Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan helped hide a Mexican national who was present illegally... Read more

Providence Bishop-elect Bruce Lewandowski.

One of the last bishops appointed by Pope Francis says he showed us ‘how to evangelize’

Apr 26, 2025

By Daniel Payne

Bishop Bruce Lewandowski, the new head of the Diocese of Providence, Rhode Island, is one of the last bishops in... Read more

Cardinal Christophe Pierre speaks to EWTN News President and COO Montse Alvarado in Rome on Friday, April 25, 2025.

Holy Spirit chose Pope Francis to be ‘instrument of Christ,’ Cardinal Pierre says

Apr 25, 2025

By Daniel Payne

Pope Francis asked us “to be a Church which announces the good news of Christ,” Cardinal Christophe Pierre said on... Read more

The archbishop of New York, Cardinal Timothy Dolan, speaks to EWTN News on Friday, April 25, 2025, in Rome.

Cardinal Dolan: Pope Francis was ‘a man of the heart’ 

Apr 25, 2025

By Daniel Payne

The late Pope Francis was “a man of the heart” who preached tenderness and mercy to the global Church, New... Read more

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Catholic Relief Services ordered to pay ex-employee $60,000 in LGBT discrimination suit

Apr 25, 2025

By Tyler Arnold

The dispute came down to the court’s interpretation of the “ministerial exception,” a legal doctrine that exempts religious entities from... Read more

Father Brian Thomas Beckett Mullady, OP, speaks to Father Mitch Pacwa on “EWTN Live,” Wednesday, July 31, 2019.

Longtime EWTN host Father Brian Mullady passes away

Apr 25, 2025

By Tessa Gervasini

Brian Thomas Becket Mullady, OP, will be remembered for his strong media presence teaching the Catholic faith in an understandable... Read more

The Colorado capitol in Denver.

Colorado bishops call new law offering tax dollars for abortion a ‘tragedy’

Apr 25, 2025

By Jonah McKeown

As part of the new law, an earlier provision in the state constitution that prohibited public funds for abortion has... Read more

German Bishops at Mass in the Papal Basilica of St. Paul outside the Walls during their visit in Rome, Nov. 17, 2022.

German group slams bishops’ same-sex blessing guide issued after Pope Francis’ death

Apr 25, 2025

By Madalaine Elhabbal

Here is a roundup of Catholic world news that you might have missed this week. Read more

Ralph Fiennes as Cardinal Lawrence in the film “Conclave.”

‘Conclave’ fact vs. fiction: What does the hit movie get right and wrong?

Apr 25, 2025

By Jonah McKeown

Here’s a (non-exhaustive) look at what “Conclave” gets wrong — and gets right — about the process of electing a... Read more

A dire wolf puppy bred by Colossal Biosciences.

CNA explains: Dire wolf ‘resurrection’? What Catholics should know

Apr 25, 2025

By Jonah McKeown

Here’s what Catholics should know about the dire wolves and what the Church might have to say about “resurrecting” extinct... Read more

Catholic Charities USA sign at its headquarters in Alexandria, Virginia.

Catholic Charities USA to launch nationwide traveling exhibit on Christian service

Apr 24, 2025

By Madalaine Elhabbal

The exhibit, titled “People of Hope: Faith-Filled Stories of Neighbors Helping Neighbors,” will tour the U.S. for two and a... Read more

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Professor fired for warning about child ‘gender transitions’ gets $1.6 million settlement

Apr 24, 2025

By Tyler Arnold

“Children deserve better than life-altering procedures that mutilate their bodies and destroy their ability to lead fulfilling lives,” psychologist Allan... Read more

Pope Pius XII.

Historian urges careful examination of record of Pope Pius XII and the Holocaust

Apr 24, 2025

By Martin Barillas

“There has been a shift of late regarding Pius XII,” historian William Doino told CNA. Read more

U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi speaks on the U.S. opioid crisis at the Rx and Illicit Drug Summit in Nashville, Tennessee, on April 23, 2025.

Federal Task Force to Eradicate Anti-Christian Bias gets underway

Apr 23, 2025

By Tyler Arnold

President Donald Trump formally established the Task Force to Eradicate Anti-Christian bias on Feb. 6 by executive order. Read more

U.S. Vice-President JD Vance meets Pope Francis on Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025, at the Vatican

JD Vance on Pope Francis: ‘He was a great Christian pastor’

Apr 23, 2025

By Kate Quiñones

“A lot of people, especially in the American press, want to make the Holy Father — his entire legacy and... Read more

Stephanie Gabaud receives a blessing from Pope Francis at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York City on Sept. 24, 2015.

Americans who met Pope Francis in the United States share their reflections

Apr 23, 2025

By Joe Bukuras, Tessa Gervasini

Among those remembering Pope Francis in a special way this week are three Americans who shared moments with him during... Read more

Assets sold to help pay a massive clergy sex abuse settlement in the Diocese of Buffalo, New York, include the diocese’s former headquarters, pictured here, in downtown Buffalo.

Diocese of Buffalo will pay $150 million in sex abuse settlement

Apr 23, 2025

By Daniel Payne

The Diocese of Buffalo, New York, will pay out a massive $150 million sum as part of a settlement with... Read more

The Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels in Los Angeles.

Los Angeles Archdiocese reports highest number of Easter converts in 10 years

Apr 23, 2025

By María J. Moriarty

“We usually see a 10% increase from the year before,” Father Juan Ochoa said. “This year, it was about 45%.... Read more

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During oral arguments, Supreme Court seems to support parental opt-outs for LGBT coursework

Apr 22, 2025

By Tyler Arnold

During oral arguments Tuesday, most of the justices on the United States Supreme Court appeared sympathetic toward parents in their... Read more