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Here are answers to your questions about World Youth Day 2023
As WYD2023 in Lisbon draws near, we’ve compiled answers to the most frequently asked questions about this international event. Read more
One year after papal visit and apology, Canada’s bishops reflect on Indigenous outreach
“During those days with Pope Francis in Canada, we recognized in him the Lord’s mercy, which he offered to us,”... Read more
World Youth Day pilgrims from Mexico surprised by private visit with Pope Francis
Father Ignacio Bello received a handwritten letter from the pope himself inviting him and his group of pilgrims to the... Read more
California federal judge blocks Biden’s ‘asylum ban’
Referred to by some as a “transit ban,” the policy, which took effect May 11, automatically denied asylum to migrants... Read more
As WYD in Lisbon is set to begin, volunteers express excitement and ‘immense joy’
Volunteers working tirelessly at World Youth Day headquarters in Lisbon are getting ready to welcome participants from across the world. Read more
Pope Francis to Medjugorje Youth Festival: ‘God has a plan’
The youth festival, in its 34th edition, is being held July 26–30 at the site of alleged Marian apparitions in... Read more
Vatican and German bishops discuss theological questions from Synodal Way
According to a joint statement from the Vatican and the German bishops’ conference, the meeting took place in a “positive... Read more
Tuberville on Pentagon abortion blockade: ‘They’re going to listen’
Sen. Tommy Tuberville of Alabama told CNA he isn’t going to back down in his vow to hold up military... Read more
Mexican bishops submit ‘Indigenous liturgical adaptations’ to the Vatican for approval
The liturgical adaptations approved by the CEM include incensing, a “senior layperson” role, and ritual dance. Read more
Honduran bishop: Although Bishop Álvarez is in prison, he won’t be silent
“He’s not going to be silent. He is not a man to stay silent. ... [He wants to] return to... Read more
Children’s hospital in Colorado halts ‘gender affirming’ surgeries, citing surge in requests
The hospital said it has not performed such surgeries on patients under age 18, though it continues to provide puberty... Read more
FBI gives documents to Congress relating to memo targeting Catholics
The new documents were only made available to the House Judiciary Committee. Read more
Here’s where abortion may be on the ballot
Activists have used citizen-led initiatives to put constitutional amendment referendums on the ballot that could enact a wide range of... Read more
Missouri death row inmate granted stay of execution following Catholic advocacy
Catholics across Missouri had advocated for a stay of Johnny Johnson’s execution, citing the Church’s teaching on the admissibility of... Read more
Taizé community to get new leader in December
Brother Alois Loeser has chosen an Anglican, Brother Matthew (Andrew) Thorpe, 58, to be the ecumenical Christian fraternity’s third-ever prior. Read more
PHOTOS: ‘A glimpse into heaven’: Bishop to dedicate new Catholic church at Texas A&M
Catholic “Aggies” will now have a new place of worship where they can “encounter Christ through art and architecture.” Read more
California Jewish families sue state for discriminating against religious disabled children
Under a California law, religious students with special needs are not allowed to access special funding if they attend religious... Read more
Vatican prosecutor seeks 7 years in prison, $15 million in cardinal’s financial trial
Cardinal Angelo Becciu has been charged with embezzlement, abuse of office, and several other allegations regarding a series of financial... Read more
Pope Francis names Davenport, Iowa’s Bishop Zinkula to lead Archdiocese of Dubuque
Bishop Thomas Zinkula, 66, has led the Davenport Diocese in southeast Iowa since 2017. Read more
Archbishop laments 10,000 people have died waiting for medical care in Chile
During the first four months of this year, 9,139 patients in the public system have died in Chile while waiting... Read more
