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Virginia State Capitol.

Centuries of religious freedom at risk with Virginia veto, Catholic bishops warn

Apr 3, 2016

The veto of a religious freedom bill means faith-based groups that support marriage as a union of a man and... Read more

The United States capitol building.

US Bishops back legal protection for doctors who won't provide abortions

Apr 2, 2016

A proposed conscience protection act for health care professionals who oppose abortion would benefit both medical providers and their patients,... Read more

Carolina controversy: bathroom bills raise questions of safety, privacy

Apr 1, 2016

The overturn of a Charlotte, North Carolina ordinance allowing biological males to enter women’s restrooms helps offer important protections against... Read more

Mother Angelica.

Funeral marks Mother Angelica's life as a 'faithful bride' to Jesus

Apr 1, 2016

By Matt Hadro

Mother Angelica’s life must be viewed in reference to Jesus, the homilist at her funeral Mass said on Friday.  Read more

Memorial Mass for Mother Angelica at the Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament on March 30, 2016.

The 'boast' of Mother Angelica was in Christ, not herself

Mar 31, 2016

By Matt Hadro

The life of EWTN foundress Mother Angelica was a testament to St. Paul’s teaching that “God chose the weak of... Read more

FDA's abortion pill expansion targets babies up to 10 weeks into pregnancy

Mar 31, 2016

The US Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday expanded its recommended use of the abortion drug mifepristone, drawing criticism from... Read more

Padre Pio.

Padre Pio inspires help for homeless veterans in Maryland

Mar 31, 2016

By Kevin J. Jones

St. Padre Pio’s spiritual life inspired many veterans of the Second World War – and now, his example has helped... Read more

An Austrian stamp depicting Franz Jagerstatter, circa 1993.

The story of a loving father who was killed for resisting the Nazis

Mar 31, 2016

One theme unifies the stories of all the saints: Christians are never alone. Even in the most isolated circumstances, saints... Read more

African women.

Women drive peace and development, Vatican rep tells UN

Mar 30, 2016

The Holy See paid homage to all women and girls who have selflessly served others in education, healthcare, and forming... Read more

Georgia State Capitol.

Georgia bishops: religious freedom bill veto a chance for more debate

Mar 30, 2016

Following the Georgia governor’s recent veto of a religious liberty bill, the state’s Catholic bishops are calling for further debate... Read more

Portrait of Samburu woman in Kenya, Africa on Nov. 8, 2008.

Vatican diplomacy zeros-in on human rights in Africa

Mar 30, 2016

In a region fraught with political, ethnic and religious divisions, the Central African Republic's motto of “Unity, Dignity, and Work”... Read more

Utah anesthesia bill shows 'incoherence' of legal abortion, doctor says

Mar 30, 2016

By Kevin J. Jones

A new Utah law requiring anesthesia for unborn babies during late-term abortions shows the contradiction between society’s view of life... Read more

The Supreme Court.

A hopeful sign? New development in the Little Sisters' court case

Mar 29, 2016

By Matt Hadro

The Supreme Court on Tuesday asked for parties in the Little Sisters’ case to submit alternative means, if possible, of... Read more

Mother Angelica.

Schedule of events: Mother Angelica's funeral

Mar 27, 2016

Mother Mary Angelica of the Annunciation, foundress of the Eternal Word Television Network (EWTN), passed away on March 27 after... Read more

Mother Angelica.

Mother Angelica, foundress of EWTN, dies on Easter

Mar 27, 2016

The Catholic Church in the United States has lost the Poor Clare nun who changed the face of Catholicism in... Read more

Sisters outside the Supreme Court, March 23, 2016.

Let them serve: Hundreds outside court back Little Sisters

Mar 23, 2016

Hundreds of people – many of them women – joined religious sisters outside of the Supreme Court on Wednesday chanting... Read more

United States Supreme Court, January 12, 2015.

Divided Supreme Court hears Little Sisters’ case

Mar 23, 2016

By Matt Hadro

The Little Sisters of the Poor and other religious charities should be free to carry out their ministries without having... Read more

Empower women and you empower the world, Vatican tells UN

Mar 23, 2016

If diplomacy and policy-making are to be successful, all women – including those who are often left out of the... Read more

Archbishop Charles Chaput speaks with CNA in Rome on Sept. 15, 2014.

Faith in a world under siege – thoughts from Archbishop Chaput

Mar 22, 2016

Despite the challenges facing the United States, Catholics and Mormons can work together – with St. Augustine as a model,... Read more

Mother Loraine Maguire (c) of the Little Sisters of the Poor.

Members of Congress speak up for Little Sisters before big day in court

Mar 22, 2016

By Matt Hadro

Members of the United States Congress have voiced their support for the Little Sisters of the Poor before their case... Read more