Articles by Matt Hadro
California church sues over governor's reopening plan
May 14, 2020 / 14:00 pmA protestant church in California is suing the state for ordering churches to remain closed while some businesses can reopen during the coronavirus pandemic.
'People make their political party their religion,' says Catholic congressman
May 14, 2020 / 09:00 amCatholics have a critical role in bridging the divides of today’s polarized society, Rep. Dan Lipinski (D-Ill.), an outgoing eight-term Catholic congressman from Chicago’s South Side, told CNA.
'Discovering what's essential': Strengthening marriages during lockdown
May 13, 2020 / 01:00 amMany Catholic parishes have closed during the pandemic, but one marriage renewal ministry is seeking to reopen the doors of the “domestic church,” the family, during lockdown.
How USAID case at Supreme Court could impact pro-life policies
May 12, 2020 / 15:00 pmA largely-overlooked Supreme Court case under consideration could actually pose a threat to international pro-life policies, one pro-life group warns.
Virginia parishes near DC face delays in reopening
May 12, 2020 / 12:00 pmAs Virginia’s governor halted the reopening of several northern counties on Tuesday, the Diocese of Arlington said that Bishop Michael Burbidge is monitoring the situation and would be responding to changes in the diocese as they happen.
Supreme Court hears case on right of Catholic schools to fire religion teachers
May 11, 2020 / 12:00 pmSupreme Court justices on Monday heard arguments for and against extending the Civil Rights Act’s “ministerial exception” to Catholic schools when they fire teachers of religion.
Illinois Catholics long for 'normal life' after governor announces lockdown plan
May 8, 2020 / 14:10 pmUnder current plans, groups of more than fifty people may not be able to gather in the state for another year, with serious effects for parish churches and Catholic schools.
White House hosts service for National Day of Prayer
May 7, 2020 / 15:30 pmThe White House service for the National Day of Prayer on Thursday focused on protection from the coronavirus pandemic. President Trump said Americans will continue to pray for divine assistance as the nation faces “unforeseen and seemingly unbearable hardships.”
Illinois churches may not fully reopen for a year as White House shelves CDC plan
May 7, 2020 / 13:40 pmThe governor of Illinois has said he will continue to ban public gatherings of more than 50 people—including religious services—until a vaccine or treatment for coronavirus is available.
Senior nurse says prayer life is essential during COVID-19 crisis
May 7, 2020 / 09:48 amA Catholic nurse said the coronavirus pandemic has presented challenges she has never encountered before—and that a prayer life is critical to get her through her shift.
'It’s not just our science, it’s our compassion', Catholic nurse tells White House
May 6, 2020 / 13:45 pmA Catholic nurse shared her experience treating new coronavirus patients at a White House event for National Nurses Day on May 6.
Little Sisters make call for justice to Supreme Court
May 6, 2020 / 11:08 amDuring a week in which the Supreme Court heard arguments via telephone for the first time, the case of the Little Sisters of the Poor came back before the justices on Wednesday.
Buffalo diocese seeks permanent injunction of abuse lawsuits
May 4, 2020 / 12:35 pmThe diocese of Buffalo is asking a federal court to halt all outstanding clergy sex abuse litigation against it as it navigates bankruptcy proceedings.
Accused priests cannot be left 'destitute', Buffalo diocese clarifies
May 1, 2020 / 15:00 pmThe Diocese of Buffalo clarified on Friday that priests accused of sexual abuse cannot be left “destitute,” even as the diocese acts to withdraw financial support payments.
Buffalo diocese cuts off 'all financial support' for accused priests
Apr 29, 2020 / 12:32 pmDuring its bankruptcy process, the Diocese of Buffalo has announced it will end financial support and health benefits for priests facing substantiated allegations of sexual abuse.
US religious freedom commission highlights India in annual report
Apr 28, 2020 / 09:30 amAbuse of Muslims, Christians, and other minorities in India drew the attention of a federal religious freedom watchdog in its annual report released on Tuesday.
Trump talks education on call with Catholic leaders
Apr 27, 2020 / 14:37 pmPresident Donald Trump held a call with more than 600 Catholic leaders on Saturday that focused on education and relief funding during the pandemic.
Chinese Communist Party 'is the most serious virus of all,' human rights activist says
Apr 24, 2020 / 13:00 pmThe Chinese Communist Party covered up the spread of the coronavirus in the country, suppressing the real rate of infection and violating the rights of its citizens as it did so, a Chinese human rights activist told a forum at The Catholic University of America on Friday.
Bankrupt dioceses sue SBA for payroll loan access
Apr 22, 2020 / 15:30 pmTwo Catholic dioceses have filed suit against the Small Business Administration (SBA), claiming they were wrongfully denied access to emergency loans during the pandemic because of their bankruptcy status.
Arkansas order limiting abortions can go into effect, court rules
Apr 22, 2020 / 14:30 pmA federal appeals court on Wednesday allowed a state order halting elective surgical abortions in Arkansas to go into effect. The measure was put in place to conserve medical resources during the coronavirus pandemic.