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Meet the 3 women the U.S. bishops are considering for sainthood
The U.S. Catholic bishops are preparing to vote on whether to advance the causes for sainthood for three American women. Read more
U.S. bishops offer pro-family policy recommendations ahead of midterms
The USCCB has offered more than a dozen policy recommendations related to the health and well-being of women, children, and... Read more
Archbishop Gomez condemns violence, prays for Paul Pelosi after attack
“I am deeply grieved over this violence,” USCCB President José Gomez said late Friday. Read more
Abortion ballot initiative would also give minors right to gender transition, bishops warn
Michigan’s Catholic bishops warned this week that a proposal to codify abortion in the state also would codify a right... Read more
U.S. bishops nominate candidates for conference president and vice president
The U.S. bishops released on Tuesday the names of the 10 candidates nominated to be the next president and vice... Read more
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Catholic bishops’ pro-life chair supports 15-week abortion ban nationwide
The legislation, proposed by Graham in the Senate and Smith in the House on Sept. 13, would ban abortion after... Read more
US bishops’ pro-life chair asks Catholics to practice ‘unconditional love’ after Roe
In anticipation of Respect Life Month in October, Archbishop William E. Lori is calling for “radical solidarity” for pregnant and... Read more
U.S. synod synthesis shows ‘desire for greater communion’
The Synod on Synodality has thus far demonstrated the “joys, hopes, and wounds” shared by members of the Church in... Read more
U.S. bishops hold National Migration Week amid migrant crisis
The U.S. bishops are inviting Catholics to participate in National Migration Week and the World Day of Migrants and Refugees... Read more
Cardinal Robert McElroy: Newest (and youngest) American ‘red hat’ a kindred spirit of Pope Francis
The bishop of San Diego shares Pope Francis' passion for the plight of migrants, the homeless, and the environment. Read more
Bishops urge passage of bill that would give same sentences to crack and powder cocaine offenders
Legislation passed in the House of Representatives would eliminate a disparity in federal sentencing the bishops say has a disproportionate... Read more
U.S. bishops urge support for mothers and babies after Biden abortion executive order
Archbishop William Lori of Baltimore on Friday called on President Joe Biden to increase support and care for mothers and... Read more
Would proposed Biden rule force doctors to perform transgender surgeries and abortions?
If finalized, the updated rule could be utilized to compel hospitals and doctors receiving federal funds to conduct procedures many... Read more
U.S. bishops call House bill that would offer free abortions ‘a grave evil’
The bill would expand abortion access rather than help women and children. Read more
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After 'hookup' scandal and 'extended leave,' Msgr. Burrill resumes ministry
Bishop William Callahan of La Crosse, Wisconsin, has appointed Burrill to serve in a local parish. Read more
U.S. bishops urge action following church, pro-life pregnancy attacks
The bishops say “each of us must choose the path of peace and open our hearts to the love that... Read more
June assembly a chance for U.S. bishops to grow 'intellectually, pastorally, and spiritually'
Every three years, the bishops set aside their usual June assembly business and focus instead on recollection and fraternity. Read more
U.S. bishops urge prayer during Religious Freedom Week to combat abortion, church vandalism
This year, the bishops are focusing on promoting a culture of life, with the theme "Life and Dignity for All." Read more
Texas elementary school shooting: US Catholic bishops lament ‘epidemic of evil and violence’
The USCCB urged citizens to ‘implore our elected officials to help us take action.’ Read more
US Catholic bishops call for ‘honest dialogue’ on ‘persistent evil of racism’ after mass shootings
The USCCB said it would continue to “advocate for an end to violence, and for the respect and dignity of... Read more
