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Priest heads to Ulma family beatification: ‘Saintly figures so close to my family tree’
Father Michael Niemczak, a priest from New Mexico and a relative of the Ulma family, plans to visit holy sites... Read more
Baltimore Archdiocese considers bankruptcy amid possible sex abuse lawsuits
On Oct. 1, a new law will go into effect that ends the statute of limitations for civil lawsuits related... Read more
Second trial of DC pro-life activists who staged protest begins
The trial follows the conviction of five of the defendants’ peers, who were convicted of conspiracy against rights and a... Read more
Catholic bishops take issue with Biden administration’s proposed LGBT discrimination rules
The bishops warned that within the operation of Catholic charities, an HHS rule would “create conflicts between the [rule’s] requirements... Read more
Bishop Strickland: Church has ‘no authority whatsoever’ to ordain women to priesthood
The bishop issued the letter as a follow-up to an August document in which he warned of attempts to “present... Read more
Ukrainian Greek Catholic synod tells Pope Francis he has made ‘painful’ statements
“We expressed to the pope everything that our faithful in Ukraine and throughout the world entrusted us to convey to... Read more
Mother Teresa is ‘teacher of love’ says Kolkata archbishop on anniversary of saint’s death
The feast of St. Teresa of Kolkata was celebrated by Catholics and non-Catholics alike with Mass, prayers, tributes, and visits... Read more
Why did dozens of religious sisters show up at this rural Michigan ice cream stand?
A group of Religious Sisters of Mercy recently enjoyed a “sweet celebration” at Merrill Whippy Dip in Michigan. Read more
Jimmy Buffett: more Catholic than you think?
The famous soft-rock musician who recently died of cancer was raised Catholic. One commentator believes his music contains Catholic themes. Read more
Journalist documents power of forgiveness on anniversary of Christian persecution in India
Anto Akkara held a recent screening of his sixth film about the killings of Christians in Kandhamal, India, in 2008. Read more
Pope Francis: Don’t overlook goodness because of scandal
“People, we too like scandal... But you don’t see the forest that is growing every day,” Pope Francis said. Read more
Archbishop gives Communion to Muslim sheik at funeral Mass for cardinal: his explanation
The incident sparked controversy among Catholics, and the prelate posted an explanation for what happened on the archdiocesan website. Read more
Map shows the Catholic Church’s migrant shelters in Mexico
The map was developed in order for migrants to have a more efficient way to find the centers and shelters... Read more
New York priest arrested on child sex abuse charges
Father Nathan Brooks, 36, faces several misdemeanor charges filed Aug. 31 in Cortland County Court in central New York. Read more
Indeed gives employees $10,000 to relocate if workers, kids want transgender procedures
Indeed will offer workers or immediate family members $10,000 to relocate to a state that does not have restrictions on... Read more
Thousands march for life in London
The ninth annual march processed through the city of Westminster in London and ended at the Houses of Parliament. Read more
NFL kicker Harrison Butker and Notre Dame to reward innovative use of Church property
The $10,000 award was conceived to recognize and support individuals or organizations with bold ideas to best use for under-utilized... Read more
Pope Francis thanks Cardinal Ladaria for years heading Dicastery for Doctrine of the Faith
On Sept 11, Archbishop Víctor Manuel Fernández will assume the position in Ladaria's place as prefect of the Dicastery for... Read more
Data shows mothers with young children leading female labor market resurgence
A new study found that more women with children under the age of 5 are entering the workforce than ever... Read more
New film ‘Mother Teresa and Me’ aims to inspire ‘acts of kindness’
The film premieres Sept. 5 on the International Day of Charity, established by the U.N. to commemorate the anniversary of... Read more
