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Dawn at the U.S. Capitol Building.

Why this pro-life congressman opposed the failed health care bill

Apr 1, 2017

By Matt Hadro

When last week’s health care bill failed, it wasn’t just Democrats who fought it.  Read more

Syrian refugee.

Don't lose your humanity in refugee debate, US bishops say

Mar 22, 2017

The intense debate over U.S. refugee and migrant policy is a chance to meet newcomers and understand others' concerns, the... Read more

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Overcome divisions to protect God's creation, bishops ask US government

Feb 20, 2017

The United States government has the opportunity to overcome political divisions and respond effectively to climate change, the nation's bishops... Read more

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Doctors who object to abortion need more legal protections, bishops say

Feb 13, 2017

By CNA Staff

Objectors to abortion need stronger conscience protections in federal law, the U.S. bishops have said in a letter to Congress... Read more

Refugee children from Afghanistan.

Bishops reaffirm support for refugees as judges scrutinize Trump policy

Feb 10, 2017

The U.S. bishops welcomed a federal appeals court ruling that affirmed a legal injunction against a Trump administration executive order... Read more

Dva, a Syrian Refugee.

Vatican official: The bishops 'are speaking clearly' on refugees

Feb 6, 2017

By Hannah Brockhaus

In the wake of President Donald Trump’s recent policy on refugees, U.S. Catholics should stay close to their bishops, who... Read more

Rainbow flag.

Catholic bishops see trouble in Trump-backed LGBT executive order

Feb 1, 2017

The U.S. bishops are concerned by the Trump administration’s decision to maintain a “troubling” Obama-era executive order that could demand... Read more

Crowds at the March for Life in Washington, D.C. on Jan. 27, 2017.

Did you March for life? Don't let it stop there, advocate says

Jan 31, 2017

By Matt Hadro

Tens of thousands of pro-life advocates went to the national March for Life this past weekend, but that should only... Read more

Doctor.

US bishops: Health care should be truly universal, affordable

Jan 18, 2017

Any changes to health care law under the new administration should not abandon the principal of genuinely affordable health care... Read more

U.S. Mexico border crossing at San Ysidro.

Bishops remain hopeful on immigration reform in a Trump presidency

Jan 14, 2017

By Kevin J. Jones

The upcoming inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump has raised questions about the future of immigration reform, but the nation’s Catholic... Read more

A prayer vigil in Dallas for the injured and killed policemen in a July 8 attack in Dallas.

Race relations are a Church responsibility, bishops say in call to action

Jan 5, 2017

The Catholic Church can be a force for healing race relations, said the U.S. bishops’ task force on racism and... Read more

US bishops wish 'Happy Thanksgiving' to America

Nov 24, 2016

Gratitude to God was the focus of the U.S. bishops’ conference for its Thanksgiving wishes to Americans as the bishops... Read more

Amid racial tensions, US bishops search for healing and peace

Nov 15, 2016

Race relations, racism, and violence were on the mind of the United States bishops during their fall general assembly in... Read more

Cardinal Daniel DiNardo.

New US bishops' leader to immigrants: We have your back

Nov 15, 2016

By Matt Hadro

After the recent presidential election, the new president of the U.S. Bishops is adamant about standing with all vulnerable persons,... Read more

Pope Francis venerates a relic of St. Junipero Serra presented by Archbishop Jose Gomez of Los Angeles, May 2, 2015.

Pope Francis encourages US bishops in ministry to Latinos

Nov 15, 2016

In a video message sent to the US bishops' plenary meeting on Tuesday, Pope Francis urged them to continue reaching... Read more

Pope Francis meets with Archbishop Christophe Pierre, apostolic nuncio to the United States, April 21, 2016.

Papal nuncio to US bishops: mercy will heal wounds of division

Nov 14, 2016

By Matt Hadro

The Church needs to “be on the move” to bring Christ to young people in an ever-changing world, Pope Francis’... Read more

Archbishop Joseph Kurtz of Louisville speaks at a press conference in Philadelphia, Sept. 26, 2015.

Keep calm and follow Jesus, US bishops say after the election

Nov 14, 2016

By Matt Hadro

As the country recovers from a divisive election and many in the U.S. are living in uncertainty, the Church must... Read more

Archbishop Joseph E. Kurtz walking out of the Paul VI Hall during the Synod of Bishops on Oct. 9, 2015.

Help for the poor, dialogue with Trump – Archbishop Kurtz's parting vision

Nov 14, 2016

Concrete outreach to those in need should be the focus of the U.S. bishops going forward, as well as “respectful... Read more

The United States capitol building.

After 'Catholic Spring' email leak, US bishops warn American ideals at risk

Oct 14, 2016

Following a leaked email from prominent political actors about a possible “Catholic Spring” movement to plant “seeds of the revolution”... Read more

Leaked emails show Clinton campaign head discussing 'revolution' against bishops

Oct 12, 2016

By Adelaide Mena

In a leaked email hacked from a private account, the chairman of Hillary Clinton’s 2016 campaign appears to discuss with... Read more