Archive for August 27, 2021
Tensions rise over COVID vaccines as bishops organize Pope Francis’ visit to Slovakia
Only fully vaccinated people will be permitted to attend papal events. Read more
Vatican suppresses Italy-based Regina Pacis Community after apostolic visit
Pope Francis declared the community’s co-founder “venerable” in 2017. Read more
Pope Francis urges Catholic lawmakers to protect human dignity online
The pope called for renewed efforts to combat child pornography, data breaches, and cyber attacks. Read more
What happens when the pope receives a head of state?
There is a remarkable amount of hidden choreography behind the scenes. Read more
Pope Francis on adoption: ‘Every child that arrives is God’s gift’
‘Every baby, in every case, and in whatever situation is to be welcomed,’ the pope says in a new video. Read more
UK university refuses to recognize Catholic priest as chaplain over social media posts
The university highlighted the priest’s posts on assisted suicide and abortion. Read more
Archbishop pleads for charity workers, high school students trapped in Afghanistan
A group of California high school students and their families are among those Americans currently trapped in Afghanistan, and the... Read more
More Catholic doctors sue over ‘transgender mandate’
The Catholic Medical Association has joined a lawsuit against the Biden administration’s “transgender mandate,” arguing that it tramples conscience rights... Read more
Diocese of Cleveland, Notre Dame partner to boost Catholic schools
The diocese of Cleveland announced this week that it will partner with the University of Notre Dame to reinvigorate two... Read more
As Supreme Court strikes down eviction moratorium, Catholic Charities urges aid for renters
The Supreme Court struck down a nationwide moratorium on evictions late Thursday. Housing advocates are urging that congressional aid for... Read more
