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Analysis: Why Greek Catholics of Ukraine seek recognition as a patriarchate
The Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church is not a patriarchate, but it would like to be. Read more
Washington archdiocese issues Amoris Laetitia marriage plan
The Archdiocese of Washington has released a pastoral plan aiming to implement Amoris Laetitia within the archdiocese. Read more
Pope praises work of nurses, recalls the one who saved his life
Speaking to a group of nurses on Saturday, Pope Francis thanked them for their valuable work and paid a tribute... Read more
This little pilgrim got a big blessing from Pope Francis
When pilgrims in the Eternal City hope to get an up-close view of the pope, or even shake his hand,... Read more
'Do you stand by what you believe?'- Mosebach on ISIS killings
Martin Mosebach is the author of “The 21: A Journey into the Land of the Coptic Martyrs.” Read more
Catholic lawyer voices concern at Supreme Court's immigrant bond ruling
After the Supreme Court rejected the idea that detained immigrants are entitled to periodic bond hearings, a Catholic immigration lawyer... Read more
Analysis: La Civiltà Cattolica and the 'sinicization' of Catholicism
At the Chinese Communist Party’s 19th National Party Congress in October 2017, the country’s president, Xi Jinping, promised to “sinicize... Read more
French court's decision forces a change of place for John Paul II statue
A statue of St. John Paul II will be removed from public land in a small French city, after a... Read more
Pro-life Democrat Lipiniski faces NARAL backed challenger
Pro-life Democratic Rep. Dan Lipinski of Illinois faces a primary challenger backed by pro-abortion rights groups, putting a focus on... Read more
Cardinal Koch: Geneva visit a sign of Pope's emphasis on ecumenism
On Friday, the Vatican's point-man on interreligious dialogue said Pope Francis' upcoming visit to Geneva, which will have a largely... Read more
Nigerian bishops map out ways to promote 'culture of life'
Amid ongoing violence and attacks against human dignity in Nigeria, the Catholic bishops of the country released a pastoral communique... Read more
Pope Francis makes surprise visit to mothers, children at detention home
On Friday, Pope Francis continued his surprise “Mercy Friday” initiative with a visit to a home that keeps children with... Read more
It's confirmed: Pope Francis is going to Geneva June 21
On Friday, the Vatican confirmed an earlier announcement by the Swiss government that Pope Francis will visit Switzerland in June... Read more
Ohio revenge porn bill could protect human dignity, priest says
An Ohio priest praised a proposed state law to criminalize the nonconsensual publishing of sexual videos or photos, known as... Read more
Local Church aids migrants crossing from Venezuela to Colombia
As thousands continue to pour across the border from Venezuela to Colombia, the local Church is helping meet the needs... Read more
Texas bishops raise concerns about state pro-life group
The Texas Catholic Conference of Bishops has suggested churches in Texas sever ties with pro-life group Texas Right to Life,... Read more
Iowa Senate passes fetal heartbeat abortion ban
On Wednesday, the Iowa Senate approved a measure 30-20 that would prohibit abortions in the state after a baby’s heartbeat... Read more
Indiana Catholic priest charged with domestic violence against wife
A married Catholic priest in the Indianapolis archdiocese faces several criminal domestic violence charges after he allegedly assaulted his wife... Read more
True story of Christian-Muslim solidarity nominated for an Oscar
Amid the crime thrillers, historical dramas and love stories at the Oscars this year, one little-noticed short film tells a... Read more
Vatican letter says modern individualism reflects ancient heresies
A new letter issued by the Vatican's doctrinal office has reaffirmed that Christian salvation can only come through Christ and... Read more
