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U.S. Supreme Court will hear case on South Carolina defunding Planned Parenthood
The court’s ruling will determine whether states can prevent funds from covering non-abortion services at abortion facilities. Read more
Pope Francis names Father Roger Landry a monsignor
Father Roger Landry is now Monsignor Roger Landry — but he says he’s not ready to abandon the title “Father”... Read more
Ten Commandments tablet surpasses estimates at Sotheby’s despite authenticity questions
A contentious Ten Commandments tablet has sold at Sotheby’s for $5.04 million — more than twice its high estimate of... Read more
Pope Francis prays for Cyclone Chido victims in France’s poorest overseas territory
Pope Francis on Wednesday prayed especially for Cyclone Chido victims in the French territory of Mayotte during his weekly general... Read more
Pope Francis declares French Martyrs of Compiègne saints via equipollent canonization
Mother Teresa of St. Augustine and her 15 companions, who were guillotined in Paris as they sang hymns of praise,... Read more
One year later, Vatican document on same-sex blessings not causing much of a stir
The Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith issued “Fiducia Supplicans” in December 2023 — what has been the effect... Read more
Pope Francis calls on young people to protect their authenticity and dignity at work
An encouraging message from Pope Francis to young people participating in LaborDì, a day of reflection to promote decent work. Read more
Santa’s tomb? Coffin of St. Nicholas may have been found — but there’s a catch
The discovery could muddy the conventional wisdom about the true resting place of the saint’s relics, which is currently believed... Read more
Today is an ember day. What’s that?
Wednesday, Dec. 18, is a special day in the Catholic Church, though relatively few Catholics probably realize it. Read more
Michigan attorney general releases fourth report on alleged abuse in state dioceses
The attorney general’s report, released on Monday, looks at reported abuse in the Diocese of Lansing. Read more
As he turns 88, 8 + 8 interesting things about Pope Francis
On the occasion of his 88th birthday, CNA highlights some interesting facts about Pope Francis. Read more
Judge acquits 76-year-old Canadian pro-life activist
Linda Gibbons was on trial for holding up a sign outside a Toronto abortion facility that performs abortions up to... Read more
Pope Francis reveals he survived two threats to his life in Iraq
Pope Francis has revealed in a new book, “Spera,” that he narrowly escaped two attempts on his life during his... Read more
Pope Francis pens essay on humor: ‘Irony is a medicine’
“The Gospel, which urges us to become like little children for our own salvation (Matthew 18:3), reminds us to regain... Read more
One week after regime change, Syrian church bells ring out in hope
This past Sunday, churches in Syria witnessed a remarkable surge in attendees across cities and towns as people gathered to... Read more
Pope Francis appoints new auxiliary bishop for Jordan and the titular see of Siminia
Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, OFM, expressed his gratitude to Pope Francis for Father Iyad Twal’s appointments. Read more
Catholic groups offer prefabricated houses for victims of landslides in south India
The devastating July 30 landslide that virtually wiped out two townships in the mountain areas claimed more than 400 lives... Read more
Church in Germany pushes toward a national synodal body
At a meeting Dec. 13–14 in Wiesbaden, delegates discussed drafting the composition of a body that initially was proposed to... Read more
Pope Francis at 88: Age-old wisdom, intergenerational dialogue at heart of evangelization
Having instituted the World Day of Grandparents and the Elderly in 2021, the Holy Father is keeping true to his... Read more
Spanish Supreme Court rules surrogacy exploits women, harms children’s rights
A ruling by the Supreme Court of Spain states that surrogacy exploits the woman who rents her womb and harms... Read more
