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Prosecutors appeal dismissal of Pittsburgh priest's conviction for sex abuse
Allegheny County prosecutors are appealing a judge's decision to vacate the conviction of Fr. Hugh Lang, who is accused of... Read more
Ireland’s Msgr. Hugh O'Flaherty, a Vatican ‘defender of the weak’
Msgr. Hugh O’Flaherty, an Irish priest who hid Italian Jews from the Nazis and went on to baptize the former... Read more
Do we have Mass? Coronavirus closures and dispensations in US dioceses
CNA's rolling coverage of restrictions and special measures taken by dioceses, organized by province, and the status of public Masses... Read more
Nigerian nun died saving students at boarding school after gas explosion
The principal and a security guard at Bethlehem Girls High School in Lagos died Sunday while helping students escape a... Read more
Primate of All Ireland calls for ‘outpouring of works of mercy’ on St. Patrick’s Day
“In Ireland we have a strong tradition that God is at our side in time of trouble,” Archbishop Eamon Martin,... Read more
French Catholics begin novena as Lourdes closes for first time in history
The Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes has closed for the first time in over a century following new restrictions... Read more
Analysis: What could happen next for Cardinal Pell
Cardinal George Pell remains in prison, while the seven justices of the Australian High Court consider his petition for special... Read more
Pope Francis prays for elderly, alone and scared during coronavirus pandemic
Pope Francis prayed Tuesday for the elderly, who are suffering from isolation, loneliness, and fear during the coronavirus pandemic. Read more
Chilean bishops concerned by political inaction amid anti-government protests
The Standing Committee of the Chilean bishops’ conference has expressed its concern over the time that has gone by since... Read more
In Italy, at least 10 priests are dead of coronavirus, and 1 bishop is recovering
At least ten priests have died in Italy after contracting COVID-19. More than half of them were from the Diocese... Read more
How, and why, to watch Mass online during coronavirus
With public Masses suspended in many U.S. dioceses due to the outbreak of COVID-19, many bishops have suggested that Catholics watch a... Read more
How coronavirus is affecting pro-life Democrat's primary campaign
On Tuesday, Illinois Democrats will choose their presidential candidate. Residents of Chicago’s south side will also choose between eight-term Catholic Congressman Dan... Read more
Do coronavirus closings violate religious liberty? A religious freedom expert weighs in
As more government leaders will soon face tough decisions in the face of a spreading pandemic, the president of the... Read more
How should healthcare be distributed when hospitals are overwhelmed?
As there are concerns over the ability of the healthcare system to manage the coronavirus pandemic, discussions are being had... Read more
Pope Francis reforms Vatican City courts with new law
The new law provides enhanced safeguards for the independence of judges and prosecutors in Vatican City. Read more
US reporting mechanism for episcopal abuse cases launched
A national third-party reporting system for allegations of abuse, neglect, or misconduct against bishops in the US has launched. Read more
Biden pledges support for abortion legislation and funding
Former vice president Joe Biden reaffirmed his support for taxpayer funded abortion during Sunday night’s Democratic presidential debate with Sen.... Read more
French bishop tests positive for coronavirus after Vatican visit
A French bishop who visited the Vatican last week has tested positive for coronavirus, his diocese announced Monday. Read more
Washington Catholic priest is first in US known to be diagnosed with coronavirus
A priest in the Diocese of Yakima, Washington, is the first U.S. priest known to be diagnosed with COVID-19, the... Read more
Pope Francis makes walking prayer pilgrimage for coronavirus pandemic
Pope Francis on Sunday took a brief walking pilgrimage in the city of Rome, and prayed for an end to... Read more
