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Pontifical academy defends coronavirus document that did not mention God
The Pontifical Academy for Life has defended its latest document on the coronavirus crisis following criticism that it did not... Read more
German military bishop says US wants to 'hinder' International Criminal Court
The military bishop of Germany says that U.S. soldiers should be held accountable to the International Criminal Court (ICC) for... Read more
San Francisco’s Archbishop Cordileone urges Friday fasting for an end to COVID
Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone of San Francisco is urging Catholics to fast every Friday for an end to the coronavirus pandemic. Read more
American on trial for blasphemy killed at court hearing in Pakistan
A U.S. citizen on trial for blasphemy in Pakistan was killed at a court hearing Wednesday, drawing strong objections to... Read more
After AOC decries statue, Hawaiian Catholic says St Damien of Molokai 'gave his life' serving lepers
A Hawaiian Catholic catechist said that St. Damien of Molokai is a “hero” to the Hawaiian people, after a prominent... Read more
'Don't leave them behind': Bishops ask Black Caucus to remember Catholic schools
The U.S. bishops have appealed to the Congressional Black Caucus to support families who send their children to non-public schools, including Catholic... Read more
LA archdiocese says don't sing Haas hymns
The largest Catholic archdiocese in the United States has requested that its parishes and schools stop playing music composed by... Read more
Coronavirus, mental health, and the spiritual life: A priest psychologist offers tips from St. Ignatius
A priest and psychologist says understanding St. Ignatius, and how our own minds work, can help with spiritual and mental... Read more
Pope Francis accepts resignation of former nuncio to Chile
Pope Francis Friday accepted the resignation of Vatican diplomat Archbishop Giuseppe Pinto as an apostolic nuncio. Read more
English Catholic bishops: Church backs vaccination to protect the most vulnerable
The Catholic Church supports vaccination because it helps to protect society’s most vulnerable people, bishops in England said Thursday. Read more
Catholic schools plan waivers, remote learning, as officials weigh safe reopenings
As the beginning of the fall school term approaches, Catholic schools in dioceses across the U.S. are asking the parents... Read more
Loyola University Maryland renaming dorm that honored Flannery O'Connor
The president of Loyola University Maryland announced Friday that the Flannery O'Connor Residence Hall was being renamed, saying, “some of... Read more
Syrian government to build replica of Hagia Sophia
The government of Syria plans to build a replica of Hagia Sophia, with support from Russia, as a protest against... Read more
Mexican bishops hail pro-life victory at nation’s Supreme Court
The Mexican Bishops' Conference hailed the Supreme Court’s 4-1 decision striking down a lower court ruling that had ordered the... Read more
San Francisco to name street after first Black firefighter, a Catholic convert
San Francisco’s first Black firefighter, a Catholic convert whose faith helped him endure years of racial abuse within the department,... Read more
Vatican cardinal invites German bishops to discuss parish instruction
A Vatican cardinal has invited German bishops to Rome to discuss their criticisms of a new instruction on parishes. Read more
Exorcism is a ministry of joy, light, and peace, new guide says
Exorcism is not an obscure practice shrouded in darkness, but a ministry filled with light, peace, and joy, according to... Read more
Catholic leaders reject Duterte’s call to revive death penalty in Philippines
Catholic leaders in the Philippines have spoken out against President Rodrigo Duterte’s call to reinstate the death penalty for illegal... Read more
Knights of Columbus in Alberta build gardens for maternity house
Members of the Knights of Columbus in Alberta have built a raised garden for a maternal care home to provide... Read more
Federal housing rule change is self-defeating, Catholic leaders warn
Changes to federal fair housing rules undermine the government's responsibility to guide efforts to overcome the legacy of racial discrimination... Read more
