Archive for March 22, 2024
Lifting of moratorium on death penalty in Congo ‘a step backwards,’ cardinal says
In a March 17 interview, Cardinal Fridolin Ambongo said he finds it “abnormal that a government that claims to be... Read more
Pope Francis laicizes Belgian ex-bishop and abuser Roger Vangheluwe
The apostolic nunciature to Belgium said in a statement on Thursday that “serious new elements” had come to light regarding... Read more
European bishops call for inclusion of Christian principles in Europe
The bishops bemoaned what they see as the political and institutional marginalization of Christian voices. Read more
Haiti’s Catholic bishops issue urgent appeal for end to violence
Amid the violence racking the country, the Haitian Bishops’ Conference has issued an urgent call for an end to the... Read more
Four Freedom Caucus members object to Veterans Affairs IVF funding plan
“An IVF embryo is the earliest stage of life that exists outside of the womb,” the lawmakers said in a... Read more
House Republicans include slew of pro-life bills in 2025 budget proposal
The Republican Study Committee dedicated a section of its “Fiscal Sanity to Save America” federal budget proposal to “measures designed... Read more
Princess Kate reveals cancer diagnosis; Catholic prelate praises her courage, encourages prayers
The Princess of Wales, Catherine “Kate” Middleton, surprised the world by publicly announcing she is fighting cancer and is in... Read more
Nevada judge rules state must include abortion in its Medicaid program
The ruling found that limits on the Medicaid program keeping tax dollars from being used for abortion violated the state’s... Read more
