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Cardinal: No pro-life victory without reaching the marginalized
For the pro-life movement to truly succeed, it must fight not only abortion, but also the broader “throwaway culture” wherever... Read more
Support abortion restrictions? So do most Americans
Americans continue to show strong support for abortion restrictions, according to a new survey that finds even self-described “pro-choice” Americans... Read more
Could a US priest face jail for refusing to break confession seal?
The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear a petition from a Louisiana Catholic diocese that fears a civil lawsuit... Read more
Austin diocese receives first auxiliary bishop
Pope Francis on Wednesday appointed Fr. Daniel Garcia as Auxiliary Bishop of Austin, to assist the diocese's chief shepherd, Bishop... Read more
'The Apology' – Men speak up about abortion
A pro-life organization is aiming to highlight how men are affected by abortion – and offer hope for healing and... Read more
How one CEO sees unrealized potential in special needs kids
Special needs children can bring joy, grace and a potential to thrive in the workplace in a way that parents... Read more
Beard meets religious freedom in distinctive Court decision
In a rare unanimous decision, the Supreme Court ruled on Tuesday that a Muslim prisoner in Arkansas must be allowed... Read more
The fight for human dignity - how MLK speaks to ISIS, abortion
The ongoing legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is that every human life is sacred and must be protected... Read more
Philly archdiocese says Pope's US schedule yet to be finalized
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia's communications director clarified that Pope Francis' official schedule during his trip to the U.S. in September... Read more
Thousands march to support human dignity in downtown LA
The first annual OneLife LA, heralded as a celebration of the dignity of every human life from conception to natural... Read more
Ecumenism will break shackles of racism, St Louis priest says
The ecumenism preached by Martin Luther King Jr. in his 1963 “I Have a Dream” speech is key to breaking... Read more
As political leaders look abroad, bishops insist on religious liberty in US
Religious and political leaders insisted that religious freedom is necessary for service and peace worldwide on Jan. 16, observed as... Read more
Brace yourselves: same-sex marriage ruling coming this Supreme Court term
The U.S. Supreme Court will decide this term if same-sex couples have the right to marry nationwide, the judicial body... Read more
How to join the US bishops in 9 Days for Life
The U.S. bishops hope a new pro-life prayer campaign will unite Catholics against not only abortion, but other threats to... Read more
California bishops to Pope: Thanks for the new saint!
Two California bishops have voiced elation and gratitude at Pope Francis’ announcement that he will canonize Blessed Junípero Serra, OFM,... Read more
Speakers withdraw from Catholic event fearing LGBT controversy
Everyone must be free to proclaim their religious beliefs, a Catholic group has said after prominent speakers spurned its summit... Read more
Archbishop Gomez: OneLife LA event affirms life near Roe v. Wade anniversary
OneLife LA, is meant to be a family-friendly celebration of the beauty and dignity of every human life from conception... Read more
Nebraska monsignor appointed new Bishop of Grand Island
Pope Francis on Wednesday appointed Monsignor Joseph Hanefeldt, a priest of the Omaha archdiocese and a Nebraska native, as the... Read more
Which way to church? Supreme Court weighs directions for roadside signs
The U.S. Supreme Court is scrutinizing an Arizona town’s restrictions on church signs that critics say intentionally discriminate against houses... Read more
Pro-life event designed with a California audience in mind
It’s not going to be sunny and 70 degrees in many places in the United States on Saturday, Jan. 17,... Read more
