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Convention of Catholic scientists looks at human origins, Eucharistic miracles, and more
The 2025 Conference of the Society of Catholic Scientists will take place June 6–8 at The Catholic University of America... Read more
New Jersey bishop says diocese will drop fight against state’s grand jury abuse probe
The Diocese of Camden, New Jersey, said it will drop its fight against the state’s efforts to empanel a grand... Read more
International theologians to gather at Franciscan University to tackle ‘issues of our times’
Theologians from around the world will gather at Franciscan University of Steubenville, Ohio, this summer for the fifth annual Truth... Read more
Bishop Barron offers overview of ‘papabile’ field
One of America’s best-known prelates shared what he believes to be the qualities of some of the cardinals being mentioned... Read more
Gamblers are betting millions of dollars on who will be the next pope
The conclave has attracted global interest from Catholics and non-Catholics alike — along with tens of millions of dollars’ worth... Read more
First responders honored at 31st annual ‘Blue Mass’ in Washington, DC
Organized by the Archdiocese of Washington, Auxiliary Bishop Roy Campbell celebrated the 31st Annual Blue Mass on Tuesday, May 6. Read more
Justice Department seeks to dismiss lawsuit challenging Biden-era abortion pill rules
In its filing on Monday, the Department of Justice argued in federal court that Idaho, Kansas, and Missouri did not... Read more
Trump’s Justice Department investigates Washington law threatening seal of confession
The new law, signed by Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson last week, adds members of the clergy to the list of... Read more
Cardinal Dolan: New York suicide bill a ‘terrible idea,’ turns doctors into killers
Cardinal Timothy Dolan this week called New York legislation aiming to legalize medical assisted suicide “a disaster waiting to happen.” Read more
Bishop Barron: Next pope should be ‘a believer in Jesus’ before anything else
Bishop Robert Barron of Winona-Rochester, Minnesota, spoke to EWTN News Vatican Correspondent Colm Flynn on May 5 in Rome. Read more
Vatican honors 167 Catholics killed in 2019 Sri Lanka Easter Sunday bombings
Sri Lankan archbishop announces that 167 Catholics killed in the Easter bombings of 2019 will be included on list of... Read more
Papal Foundation’s annual grant distribution to honor the legacy of Pope Francis
The Papal Foundation is a nonprofit dedicated to serving the Holy Father’s wishes through donations to charitable initiatives of his... Read more
UPDATE: Trump dismisses criticism of AI image of him as pope: ‘The Catholics loved it’
Trump, who frequently shares memes of himself on social media, posted the image to Truth Social on Friday after joking... Read more
Catholic OB-GYN finds life-changing alternative to IVF
Dr. Christopher Stroud was a Catholic OB-GYN who prescribed birth control and gave referrals for IVF until a priest admonished... Read more
Texas Catholic schools prepare to grow as Abbott signs school choice bill into law
The program’s $1 billion education savings account program has led many to expect a noticeable shift in how Catholic education... Read more
Sisters of Life celebrate life and legacy of Cardinal John O’Connor 25 years after his death
Today marks 25 years since the death of pro-life champion and founder of the Sisters of Life Cardinal John O’Connor,... Read more
Washington governor signs abuse bill requiring priests to break seal of confession
The measure adds clergy to the list of mandatory abuse reporters in the state but doesn’t include an exemption for... Read more
Trump administration issues report on concerns over transgender surgeries, drugs for minors
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued a report Thursday outlining concerns with doctors treating gender dysphoria in... Read more
Catholic Scouting organization renews partnership with Boy Scouts
The National Catholic Committee on Scouting announced a new memorandum of understanding with Scouting America, formerly known as the Boy... Read more
CUA panel examines legacy of Pope Francis, future of the Church
On Thursday, May 1, The Catholic University of America chaplain Father Aquinas Guilbeau, OP, led a panel on the subject... Read more
