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Virginia bishops warn of ‘deadly harm’ in new assisted suicide bill
The bishops’ statement called Virginia’s “Death with Dignity” bill being considered by the state Legislature a “lethal measure” that could... Read more
Medical journal retracts studies showing risks of abortion pill
The authors of the studies said the retractions represent “a baseless attack on our scientific research and studies.” Read more
Raising Catholic kids: New study suggests what successful parents have in common
A new study aims to demonstrate the practices of parents who successfully raise children to be practicing Catholic adults. Read more
Remains of DC aborted babies reportedly to be destroyed with no chance of autopsy
Federal lawmakers and pro-life activists have called for an investigation and autopsy to determine the Partial-Birth Abortion Ban Act of... Read more
90 Catholic priests, scholars ask Church leaders to oppose same-sex blessings
The signatories claim that the declaration Fiducia Supplicans contradicts “both Scripture and the universal and uninterrupted Tradition of the Church.” Read more
Senate border deal criticized by bishops, other Catholics from all directions
The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops sent a letter to Senate leaders in which they expressed “serious concerns” about the... Read more
New Jersey sheriff’s funeral Mass shows Church’s development of approach to suicide
There is a growing focus in the Catholic Church on suicide prevention and mental health support. Read more
Helen Alvaré: Pro-life scholar and speaker who upends stereotypes
The National Catholic Prayer Breakfast will honor the U.S. legal expert, highlighting her “work on pro-life issues and the broader... Read more
Catholic to lead Northern Ireland’s government for first time in history
First Minister Michelle O'Neill is a member of Sinn Féin and officially supports the reunification of the Republic of Ireland... Read more
Seattle Archdiocese announces plan to merge parishes
A shortage in priests and resources compelled the archdiocese to restructure. Read more
As 2024 begins, lawmakers continue efforts to protect minors from transgender procedures
Nearly half of U.S. states have implemented legislation protecting children from transgender surgeries in recent years, including over a dozen... Read more
Did you know that Netflix has a series on Catholic relics called ‘Mysteries of the Faith’?
“Mysteries of Faith” is a Netflix series that explores the history and meaning of the relics of the saints and... Read more
Catholic anti-death penalty group seeks to ‘transform the criminal system’ in defense of life
Catholic Mobilizing Network seeks to “value life over death, to end the use of the death penalty,” and “to transform... Read more
In letter to ‘Jewish brothers and sisters’ Pope Francis laments ‘terrible increase’ in attacks against Jews
Pope Francis lamented the “terrible increase in attacks against Jews around the world” that has taken place since the outbreak... Read more
Tammy Peterson speaks about her healing from cancer and journey to Catholicism
In an interview with “EWTN News In Depth,” Tammy Peterson shared about the rosary’s role in her faith journey and... Read more
A legacy of love: Catholics reflect on Bishop Dorsonville’s impact on the Church
An immigrant, priest, and bishop, Mario Eduardo Dorsonville was known and beloved to people from the halls of Congress to... Read more
Bishop urges Utah lawmakers to protect seal of confession in sex abuse reporting bill
The bishop of the Diocese of Salt Lake City is urging lawmakers to maintain language preserving the seal of confession... Read more
Cardinal Zen discusses his new book for Lent and concerns for the Church
In an interview with Raymond Arroyo, Cardinal Joseph Zen discussed his new book “Cardinal Zen’s Lenten Reflections” and recent matters... Read more
UPDATE: Senators press FBI on alleged deletion of files related to Catholic investigation
Iowa Sen. Chuck Grassley and 15 other Republican senators expressed their demands in a Jan. 31 letter to FBI Director... Read more
Can ‘Catholic joy’ save society? This growing network of Catholic schools says ‘yes’
The first Chesterton Academy was founded in 2008 with a commitment to being “Catholic, classical, and affordable.” Read more
