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After Tunisian shipwreck kills 40, archbishop urges world to tackle migration crisis
Archbishop Lhernould said the Oct. 22 sinking of a migrant boat off the coast of Tunisia that killed 40 people... Read more
‘Christianophobia’ resurfaces in Europe as attacks rise against Christians
In 2023 alone there were 2,444 incidents of violence against Christians across 35 European countries, including 1,000 cases in France. Read more
German march for life draws bishops and thousands in peaceful protest
The peaceful demonstrations marked the third year of simultaneous marches in both cities. Participants carried colorful balloons and signs defending... Read more
Christian rights group challenges ‘extremism’ claims in EU abortion lobby report
The European Parliamentary Forum for Sexual and Reproductive Rights in June released a report linking Christian pro-life organizations to “religious... Read more
‘We’re not spiritual tourists’: Young people sign manifesto in Rome for Europe with a soul
The initiative invites young Christians across the continent to open up a new pathway to faith and hope in view... Read more
Catholic youth urge European leaders to address migrant crisis with charity, understanding
This year’s written contribution by the Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union Youth Net centers on solutions... Read more
Catholic ‘creative minority’ revitalizing Church in the Netherlands, Dutch cardinal says
The Church in the Netherlands is gaining momentum thanks to the “creative minority” of young people rediscovering the Catholic faith,... Read more
21 new cardinals to reflect Catholic Church’s unity amid geographic expansion
While the College of Cardinals will still largely be European, after the Dec. 7 consistory more than 90 countries will... Read more
Nearly half of 2,500 anti-Christian hate crimes in Europe were in France, report says
The Observatory on Intolerance and Discrimination Against Christians in Europe report said 2,444 anti-Christian hate crimes occurred from 2023 to... Read more
Vatican statistics: Catholic population shrinks in Europe, rises everywhere else
The Catholic population decline coincided with a total population reduction on the continent, which recorded a net loss of 517,000... Read more
In Belgium, Pope Francis gives strong warning over scandal of abuse, cover-up
The Holy Father urged the Belgian bishops to bring the evil of abuse to light and not to cover up... Read more
PHOTOS: Pope Francis meets king and queen of Belgium at Laeken Castle
King Philippe ascended the Belgian throne in 2013 and holds the title “Rex Catholicissimus,” or “(Most) Catholic Majesty.” Read more
Vatican secretary of state warns of Europe’s low birth rates, ‘demographic winter’
Cardinal Pietro Parolin in an interview with Vatican Media said Europe “greatly needs” to rediscover its Christian roots and face... Read more
Pope Francis says the Catholic Church is ‘more alive’ outside of Europe
In his first general audience since returning from the longest international trip of his pontificate, the pope expressed gratitude to... Read more
Cardinal Schönborn: ‘We must accept the decline of Europe’
The Austrian cardinal said that despite the decline of the Church’s influence in Europe, he is convinced that the Church... Read more
German AfD party member challenges removal from church volunteer positions
The decision, supported by the Archdiocese of Paderborn, has sparked controversy and will likely lead to legal challenges. Read more
Firefighters quell blaze at French cathedral
Rouen Mayor Nicolas Mayer-Rossignol confirmed the incident on social media, sharing an image showing smoke rising from the cathedral’s spire. Read more
400,000 Germans quit Catholic Church as talks between Vatican, Synodal Way continue
The meeting on Friday resulted in Rome demanding the Germans change the name of the body and agree it cannot... Read more
EU bishop: Elections show citizens concerned about Ukraine war
The bishop also spoke about the importance of pushing the new EU commission and parliament to reinforce diplomatic action toward... Read more
Catholic group urges European Parliament to address ‘demographic winter,’ protect children
As this weekend’s elections kick off across EU member states, the policy toolkit “invites incoming parliamentarians to prioritize families in... Read more
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