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New Mexico bill could allow 'suicide tourism,' critics warn
Proposed legislation in New Mexico could legalize assisted suicide in the state, and may even allow for the prescription of... Read more
The pilot bishop of the South Pacific
Known as the “flying bishop” of Solomon Islands, Bishop Luciano Capelli visits Catholics across dozens in islands by piloting a... Read more
Trial begins for French cardinal accused of abuse cover-up
French Cardinal Philippe Barbarin, archbishop of Lyon, begins trial Monday on charges of failing to report allegations that a priest... Read more
Pope Francis sends Christmas greetings to Coptic Christians
Pope Francis sent Christmas and New Year’s greetings to Coptic Christians and all Egyptians upon the inauguration of a major... Read more
Like the magi, follow Christ's light, Pope Francis says
To be clothed in the divine light of Christ, follow the example of the three magi, who put aside worldly... Read more
Caggiano condemns anti-Semitic graffiti at Bridgeport cathedral
The Bishop of Bridgeport condemned anti-Semitism Saturday, after a swastika was found painted on the doors of Bridgeport’s cathedral. Read more
Scarlett Johansson: Deepfake pornographers prey on the vulnerable
Scarlett Johansson said recently that online pornographers prey on the vulnerable for profit. Read more
'Give them freedom' – PNG bishops denounce six-year refugee detention
The bishops of Papua New Guinea have issued a renewed plea on behalf of the nearly 500 refugees and asylum... Read more
Argentine archbishop temporarily closes monastery after monks arrested
Archbishop Marcelo Daniel Colombo of Mendoza, Argentina has temporarily closed the Christ at Prayer Monastery in the town of Tupungato,... Read more
Nigerian priest abducted on Christmas Eve: Prayer saved us
A Nigerian priest who was kidnapped on Christmas Eve recalled his experience after Mass this week, saying prayer is what... Read more
How 'Pope for Ukraine' aims to help displaced families
“Pope for Ukraine” is a Vatican initiative that aims to collaborate with non-Catholic entities to respond to the emergency humanitarian... Read more
Doctors, bishops express concerns as legal abortions begin in Ireland
January 1, 2019 marked the beginning of legalized abortion in Ireland, drawing dismay from Irish pro-life groups, who campaigned extensively... Read more
How this Episcopalian’s own book convinced him to become Catholic
An Episcopalian priest set out to write a book on finding and understanding the Gospel’s truth. Now, after he and... Read more
Knights of Columbus: Anti-Catholic bigotry is nothing new
Catholics can be good US citizens and honest public servants, the head of the Knights of Columbus wrote Thursday in... Read more
Amid tense election, DRC bishops concerned about voting irregularities
The Catholic Bishops’ Conference in the Democratic Republic of Congo is drawing attention to voting problems that could call into... Read more
Chilean bishops' president names delegate to replace him at papal meeting
At the Vatican summit to discuss sex abuse next month, the secretary general of the Chilean Bishops Conference will take... Read more
Pregnant employees accuse Planned Parenthood of discrimination
Planned Parenthood Federation of America is frequently under fire from pro-life politicians and organizations for being the largest single provider... Read more
Pope Francis: Prayer is about God's love, not wordiness
When praying, remember the words of Jesus when he taught the ‘Our Father,’ Pope Francis said Wednesday, meeting God as... Read more
Ouellet letter: US bishops’ vote on abuse reform measures was blocked to allow more discussion
A letter from Cardinal Marc Ouellet indicates that the Vatican’s Congregation for Bishops had blocked the U.S. bishops from voting... Read more
In the New Year, receive Mary's love and help, Francis says
When challenged, it is right to turn to Mary, Our Mother, for help, Pope Francis said on New Year’s Day,... Read more
