Katie Yoder
Former Washington, D. C., correspondent Katie Yoder covered pro-life issues, the U.S. Catholic bishops, public policy, and Congress for Catholic News Agency. She previously worked for Townhall.com, National Review, and the Media Research Center.
Articles by Katie Yoder
Our Lady of Fatima pilgrim statue arrives in Ukraine prior to March 25 consecration
Mar 17, 2022 / 12:02 pmA special statue of Our Lady of Fatima has arrived in Ukraine, ahead of Pope Francis’ consecration of the country and Russia to the Immaculate Heart of Mary on March 25.
Ukraine 'genocide' represents 'David and Goliath' battle, say ambassador, archbishop
Mar 15, 2022 / 18:00 pmUkraine leaders are condemning Russia’s invasion of the country, with the Ukrainian ambassador calling the situation a “full-scale genocide” and an archbishop describing it as a David-and-Goliath fight.
Pro-life curbs preserved but Planned Parenthood still gets millions in massive spending bill
Mar 12, 2022 / 04:00 amWhile the new $1.5 trillion spending bill for the federal government promises to place millions into the pockets of Planned Parenthood, pro-life leaders are still celebrating it as a victory. That is because it includes the Hyde Amendment.
Report: Top Biden science advisor defended using aborted baby parts in research while NIH director
Mar 10, 2022 / 16:52 pmPro-life leaders are challenging Dr. Francis Collins, a top Biden science advisor, after a new report claimed that he defended the use of aborted baby parts for research while serving as director of the National Institutes of Health.
Massachusetts top court considers challenge to ban on assisted suicide
Mar 9, 2022 / 18:00 pmThe highest court in Massachusetts considered a challenge brought by two doctors against the state’s prohibition of physician-assisted suicide on Wednesday.
Biden promotes abortion policies on International Women's Day
Mar 8, 2022 / 17:21 pmPromoting abortion rights on International Women's Day, President Joe Biden says that "every person deserves the chance to live up to their full God-given potential."
Catholic journalist flees Ukraine capital: 'The war brings me closer to God'
Mar 8, 2022 / 12:10 pmA Catholic Ukrainian journalist documenting daily life in Ukraine following Russia’s invasion of the country has miraculously escaped Kyiv, she said.
Appeals court: Foster parents can share religious views with children
Mar 7, 2022 / 15:07 pmThe U.S. Court of Appeals for the 3rd Circuit recently ruled in favor of a Christian couple in New Jersey seeking legal protection to welcome foster children into their home without hiding their religious beliefs on marriage and sexuality.
Pope Francis on Lent: Jesus is with us, even when we’re tempted
Mar 6, 2022 / 08:30 amPope Francis highlighted Jesus’ 40-day journey in the desert, where he is tempted by the devil, as an example for the faithful during Lent.
Pope Francis sends cardinals to Ukraine, where ‘rivers of blood and tears flow’
Mar 6, 2022 / 06:45 amPope Francis condemned Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and expressed his solidarity with the country on Sunday.
Here's the story behind the viral photo of Ukrainian man hugging crucifix
Mar 6, 2022 / 02:00 amCNA spoke with the photographer who captured a powerful image of a man wrapping his arms around the foot of a large crucifix outside a monastery and church in Lviv, Ukraine, on the first day of Russia's invasion of the country.
'I believe I'm holding Mary's hand,' says Catholic journalist chronicling war in Kyiv
Mar 5, 2022 / 02:00 amA Catholic Ukrainian journalist is documenting day-to-day life in Ukraine following Russia’s invasion of the country — and sharing her faith in God along the way.
Catholic bishops support praying football coach in Supreme Court case
Mar 3, 2022 / 16:02 pmThe United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) submitted an amicus brief Wednesday in support of Joseph Kennedy, a Christian football coach who lost his job for refusing to stop praying at the 50-yard line after games. His case is expected to be heard by the U.S. Supreme Court sometime in April.
Who are the 13 Catholic senators who voted for 'shameful' pro-abortion bill?
Mar 1, 2022 / 10:35 amThirteen Catholic lawmakers in the U.S. Senate voted Monday in favor of a failed attempt to pass a sweeping new abortion law that threatened to override states’ pro-life laws and remove restrictions on abortion up to the point of birth, in some cases.
Pro-abortion Women's Health Protection Act fails in US Senate
Feb 28, 2022 / 17:05 pmThe U.S. Senate failed to move forward with the Women’s Health Protection Act (WHPA) on Monday, striking down what some pro-life groups identify as the most radical abortion bill in U.S. history.
7 things to know about Supreme Court nominee Ketanji Brown Jackson
Feb 25, 2022 / 17:00 pmPresident Joe Biden nominated federal appeals court Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court on Friday.
Biden announces Supreme Court pick: Ketanji Brown Jackson
Feb 25, 2022 / 09:00 amPresident Joe Biden has chosen federal appeals court Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson as his first nominee to the Supreme Court.
Catholic charity commits $1 million to aid Ukraine’s 6,229 religious
Feb 24, 2022 / 15:28 pmAid to the Church in Need committed one million euros (equal to $1.1 million USD) to support the work of the Church in Ukraine on Thursday.
Ukraine archbishop skipping papal trip to remain in homeland
Feb 24, 2022 / 13:46 pmMajor Archbishop Sviatoslav Shevchuk of Kyiv-Halych remained in the capital city of Kyiv instead of traveling to Florence for a scheduled bishops’ meeting that Pope Francis was expected to address, reports say.
‘Our life is in God’s hands,’ says EWTN priest in Ukraine
Feb 24, 2022 / 11:55 amThe Catholic priest who directs EWTN Ukraine plans to stay in the capital city of Kyiv while others flee to escape Russian forces.