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Austrian bishop calls antisemitic incident in Amsterdam a ‘deeply alarming sign’

Nov 8, 2024

By Jonah McKeown

Following a soccer match Thursday between a Dutch and an Israeli team, at least 10 young men sought out Israeli... Read more

Archbishop Timothy Broglio cited a concern for human dignity and the economy as a potential reasons why a majority of Catholics — 56% according to some exit polls — voted for Donald Trump.

Archbishop Broglio: Human dignity, economy key to Catholic support for Trump

Nov 8, 2024

By Kate Quiñones

Archbishop Timothy Broglio, commented on the historic election, in which a majority of Catholics voted for Trump on “ The... Read more

The rose window of Notre-Dame de Paris Cathedral is seen on Oct. 25, 2024, in Paris a few weeks before its reopening to the public scheduled for Dec. 8, 2024.

Notre Dame bells ring for the first time since devastating fire 5 years ago 

Nov 8, 2024

By Madalaine Elhabbal

Notre Dame of Paris passed the major milestone today at about 10:30 a.m., just one month away from its highly... Read more

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Law enforcement course correction underway in California

Nov 8, 2024

By Madalaine Elhabbal

The overwhelmingly popular amendment makes the theft of items worth $950 or less a felony rather than a misdemeanor in... Read more

Cardinal Vincent Nichols at the Red Mass at Westminster Cathedral, London, England, Oct. 1, 2021.

Cardinal calls Catholics in England and Wales to Holy Hour to defeat assisted suicide bill

Nov 8, 2024

By Madeleine Teahan

Cardinal Vincent Nichols announced that the bishops of England and Wales will hold a Holy Hour and encouraged Catholics to... Read more

Bishop Wilfred Anagbe of the Nigerian Diocese of Makurdi in Benue state at a breakfast at Capitol Hill organized by Aid to the Church in Need, Jan. 30, 2024.

Over 15 Catholic parishes close amid ongoing violence against Christians in Nigeria

Nov 8, 2024

By Abah Anthony John

Bishop Wilfred Chikpa Anagbe has called for action to address escalating insecurity in Nigeria’s Benue state, which has led to... Read more

U.S. President Joe Biden speaks during a meeting in the Oval Office at the White House on July 25, 2024, in Washington, D.C.

Catholic group urges Biden to commute federal death sentences before Trump takes office

Nov 8, 2024

By Jonah McKeown

Catholic Mobilizing Network said in a Nov. 6 statement that the federal death penalty is a “broken” system that “does... Read more

Father Artur Bubnevych on Nov. 8, 2024, was named bishop of the Byzantine Catholic Eparchy of the Holy Protection of Mary of Phoenix.

Pope Francis appoints new bishop of the Byzantine Catholic Eparchy in Arizona

Nov 8, 2024

By Kate Quiñones

Ukrainian-born Father Artur Bubnevych will serve as bishop of the Byzantine Catholic Eparchy of the Holy Protection of Mary of... Read more

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Archdiocese of New Orleans will release personnel files of clergy accused of sex abuse

Nov 8, 2024

By Daniel Payne

On Thursday the archdiocese said in an announcement that it had agreed to “nonmonetary plan provisions to be included in... Read more

The March for Life in Mexico City, April 29, 2023.

Mexican bishops, activists mobilize against legalization of abortion in Mexico City

Nov 8, 2024

By Diego López Colín

Mexico’s bishops pointed out that, as pastors, they cannot “remain silent” in the face of what they consider a threat... Read more

Cardinal Reinhard Marx speaks at a press conference in Munich, Germany, Jan. 27, 2022.

German bishops urge stability amid political turmoil following government collapse

Nov 8, 2024

By AC Wimmer

Cardinal Reinhard Marx and other Catholic voices are calling for calm, emphasizing stability and social cohesion as the German coalition... Read more

Donald Trump takes the stage during a campaign rally at the J.S. Dorton Arena on Nov. 4, 2024, in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Trump’s return: Lebanese Christian politicians eye peace, security, and U.S. support

Nov 8, 2024

By Romy Haber

Here’s what leading Lebanese Christian politicians are saying about Donald Trump’s reelection. Read more

Father Adam Muda, a chaplain for the U.S. Army, celebrates Mass on the field with soldiers while in Germany.

Catholic priest discusses ‘special calling’ of military chaplains in new film

Nov 8, 2024

By Francesca Pollio Fenton

“Fighting Spirit: A Combat Chaplain’s Journey” tells the story of former Army chaplain Justin Roberts as he travels to the... Read more

St. Peter’s Basilica.

Microsoft president to unveil ‘AI-enhanced experience’ of St. Peter’s Basilica

Nov 8, 2024

By Courtney Mares

“The Basilica of St. Peter’s: AI-Enhanced Experience” is a collaboration between Microsoft and the Fabric of St. Peter. Read more

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Diocese reverses hymn ban in favor of ‘synodal’ selection of sacred music

Nov 7, 2024

By Jonah McKeown

Bishop W. Shawn McKnight of the Diocese of Jefferson City, Missouri, had listed a dozen contemporary hymns to be “forbidden”... Read more

A pro-abortion attendee stands during the first day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on Aug. 19, 2024, in Chicago.

Pro-life advocates on election: ‘Americans have rejected Democrats’ abortion agenda’

Nov 7, 2024

By Kate Quiñones

Here is a roundup of abortion policy-related news this week. Read more

The pro-life flag from the Pro-Life Flag Project (www.prolifeflag.com).

Pro-life action conference in Calgary draws more than 100 activists

Nov 7, 2024

By Quinton Amundson

Conference organizers have designed the event to be an occasion to learn more about opportunities within Canada’s pro-life movement. Read more

Father Thomas Oyode, the rector of the Immaculate Conception Minor Seminary in Nigeria’s Diocese of Auchi was abducted on Oct. 27, 2024, and regained his freedom after 10 days.

Rector of minor seminary in Nigeria released after 10-day captivity

Nov 7, 2024

By Jude Atemanke

Father Thomas Oyode, the rector of the Immaculate Conception Minor Seminary in Nigeria’s Diocese of Auchi who was abducted Oct.... Read more

Lori Stillwell, a volunteer and a member of the local Kiwanis Club, directs nearly 600 volunteers who gathered Nov. 2, 2024, at St. Isidore Parish in Macomb, Michigan, to package 100,000 meals in partnership with the Kids Coalition Against Hunger. The massive annual effort brought together volunteers from the Disciples Unleashed Family of Parishes as well as the local community to aid victims of natural disasters, including the recent hurricanes in the U.S. South.

Michigan parish packs 100,000 meals for disaster victims in the South

Nov 7, 2024

By Karla Dorweiler

More than 400 volunteers streamed into the social hall at St. Isidore Catholic Church in the Michigan township of Macomb... Read more

The building of the Constitutional Court of Spain.

Constitutional Court in Spain forces Catholic brotherhood to admit woman

Nov 7, 2024

By Nicolás de Cárdenas

Spain’s Constitutional Court has ruled that by refusing to admit a woman, a male Catholic brotherhood violated the legal precept... Read more