Joe Bukuras
Joe Bukuras is a multi-award-winning journalist and a law student at the University of Massachusetts. Formerly a staff reporter for CNA, Joe has covered several high-profile legal battles, including those of Mark Houck, former cardinal Theodore McCarrick, and Father James Jackson. His exclusive reporting has been cited by leading news sources such as The Associated Press, The New York Times, The Washington Post, Vanity Fair, People, The New York Post, The Times of Israel, The Telegraph, The Guardian, Fox News, and Daily Mail UK.
Articles by Joe Bukuras
Priest stripped of faculty to hear confessions after he advocated violating that sacrament in sex abuse cases
Mar 23, 2023 / 16:00 pmArchbishop Jerome Listecki of Milwaukee made the move following the priest’s public support for civil laws mandating priests break the seal of confession.
Beautiful new film on Camino de Santiago pilgrimage is a ‘perfect Lenten meditation’
Mar 21, 2023 / 14:00 pmBishop James Conley called this new film on the Spanish pilgrimage route the “best” movie about the Camino de Santiago ever made.
NY pregnancy center that was set on fire is hit again with ‘Jane’s Revenge rhetoric’
Mar 20, 2023 / 12:35 pmThe destruction of property at CompassCare Pregnancy Services in Amherst, New York, is the latest in a wave of attacks against pro-life pregnancy centers.
PHOTOS: A look back at 10 years of Pope Francis’ participation in World Youth Days
Mar 11, 2023 / 06:00 amIn the 10 years of his papacy, the Holy Father has exhorted young people at World Youth Days to answer the Gospel call and accept Jesus into their hearts.
‘Cannabis Studies’ program at St. Joseph’s University a ‘scandal,’ theologian says
Mar 10, 2023 / 09:45 amThe Jesuit Catholic St. Joseph’s University in Philadelphia is now offering four certificates in “cannabis studies.”
Abortion activists smash windows at Minnesota pregnancy clinic that provides free diapers
Mar 6, 2023 / 14:20 pmVandals smashed the windows of a pro-life pregnancy center in Minneapolis and spray-painted it with graffiti in the middle of the night March 3.
McCarrick denies sex abuse charges in telephone interview
Mar 6, 2023 / 10:45 amFor the first time since criminal court proceedings began against him, Theodore McCarrick spoke publicly about allegations that he abused a Massachusetts teenager.
Exclusive: Harrison Butker’s advice on how to be a saint
Mar 5, 2023 / 04:00 amSuper Bowl-winning Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker is a champion on the field and in the spiritual life.
Does ChatGPT get Catholics? Check out this Jesuit/Dominican rap battle
Mar 4, 2023 / 06:00 amCNA digs into ChatGPT’s Catholic arsenal.
‘We know that he’s in heaven’: Thousands gather for funeral of Bishop David O’Connell in Los Angeles
Mar 3, 2023 / 16:56 pm“Bishop Dave,” as he was affectionately known, was remembered as a “friend of Jesus” and the poor.
This is Pope Francis’ prayer intention for the month of March
Mar 3, 2023 / 12:22 pm“In response to the cases of abuse, especially to those committed by members of the Church, it’s not enough to ask for forgiveness,” the pope stated.
Pope Francis, Biden commend ‘peacemaker’ Bishop O’Connell as memorial services begin
Mar 2, 2023 / 13:27 pmThe messages came at the start of memorial services for the late Los Angeles auxiliary bishop, who was murdered in his Hacienda Heights home Feb. 18.
Ex-cardinal McCarrick asks for dismissal of sex abuse case against him, citing dementia
Feb 27, 2023 / 16:57 pmFormer Cardinal Theodore McCarrick, 92, filed a motion in a Massachusetts court claiming he is “legally incompetent” to stand trial.
Knights of Columbus’ new film on humanitarian crisis in Ukraine: Here’s how to watch
Feb 25, 2023 / 05:00 amThe documentary film “In Solidarity with Ukraine” premieres Feb. 26 and will run for six weeks on ABC-affiliated stations across the country.
Funeral and public viewing set for murdered Bishop David O’Connell
Feb 24, 2023 / 11:17 amThe Archdiocese of Los Angeles has announced the funeral arrangements for the late Auxiliary Bishop David O’Connell.
Suspect confesses to the murder of Bishop David O’Connell, LA prosecutor says
Feb 23, 2023 / 16:45 pmCarlos Medina has admitted to murdering the bishop, Los Angeles District Attorney George Gascón said in a press conference Wednesday.
Biden Justice Department indicts 8 more pro-life activists for FACE Act violations
Feb 23, 2023 / 15:40 pmThe Department of Justice has charged eight pro-life advocates in Michigan with violations against the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances Act.
Housekeeper’s husband officially charged in murder of LA Auxiliary Bishop O’Connell
Feb 22, 2023 / 16:40 pmCarlos Medina was arraigned in state court Wednesday and formally charged with one count of murder and a special allegation that he personally used a firearm.
Florida woman charged with murder sues state over wrongful imprisonment of her unborn baby
Feb 22, 2023 / 15:30 pmA pregnant woman being held in a Florida jail pending the outcome of a second-degree murder charge against her is arguing to be released.
Housekeeper’s husband arrested in murder case of Bishop David O’Connell
Feb 20, 2023 / 18:53 pmSheriff Robert Luna announced that charges would be brought against a Hispanic male, 65-year-old Carlos Medina, the husband of O’Connell’s housekeeper.