Articles by Daniel Payne
Michigan bishop apologizes for calling President Biden ‘stupid’
Apr 19, 2024 / 18:20 pmBishop Robert Gruss of Saginaw, Michigan, issued an apology on Friday for having referred to President Joe Biden as “stupid” during a talk earlier in the month.
U.S. bishops on new federal rule: Employers should not be forced to facilitate abortions
Apr 19, 2024 / 16:30 pmThe EEOC issued a change to regulations regarding pregnant workers’ fairness, one that mandates employers make accommodations for workers to obtain abortions.
FBI investigating threats against ‘multiple faith communities’ in Pennsylvania
Apr 19, 2024 / 12:30 pmAn FBI spokesman told CNA on Thursday that it “is aware of a number of threats made against multiple faith communities, houses of worship, and schools.”
Michigan priest resigns amid dispute over school appearance by ‘openly gay’ author
Apr 18, 2024 / 12:45 pmThe Sagninaw priest has been at the center of controversy since last month after area author Dominic Thrasher made an appearance at the parish’s school.
Episcopal bishops oppose Catholic music group’s use of New York seminary
Apr 17, 2024 / 13:30 pmIn a letter, the Episcopal bishops said they were “concerned by the lack of full acceptance of the LGBTQ stance” of the founders of the School of Sacred Music.
New York prosecutor, Brooklyn Diocese reach agreement over sex abuse mishandling
Apr 17, 2024 / 12:45 pmNew York Attorney General Letitia James announced that the Diocese of Brooklyn has agreed to “significant action” to address shortcomings in handling abuse complaints.
Baltimore Archdiocese announces major restructuring that will merge dozens of parishes
Apr 15, 2024 / 14:00 pmThe plan, detailed on the archdiocese’s website, would reduce the total number of “worship sites” in the city from 59 to 26.
Knights of Columbus pledge $100,000 for families of Baltimore bridge collapse victims
Apr 15, 2024 / 12:30 pmSupreme Knight Patrick Kelly noted in the announcement that Blessed Michael McGivney created the organization in 1882 “to support widows and orphans.”
Vatican sends letter to French embassy over tribunal decision in nun’s dismissal case
Apr 13, 2024 / 14:41 pmHoly See Press Office director Matteo Bruni confirmed to reporters the Vatican’s transmission of a diplomatic message to the French embassy at the Vatican.
Police arrest man suspected of robbing Catholic parishes in fake priest scam
Apr 12, 2024 / 17:30 pmMultiple Catholic parishes in both New York and Texas over the last several months reported encountering a man who in some cases called himself “Father Martin.”
Myanmar priest shot while celebrating Mass amid violent conflict
Apr 12, 2024 / 15:30 pmMasked assailants shot Father Paul Khwi Shane Aung as he celebrated Mass at St. Patrick’s Church in the town of Mohnyin in the northern region of Myanmar.
Papal Foundation announces nearly $15 million in global grants, humanitarian aid
Apr 12, 2024 / 12:45 pmThe U.S.-based Papal Foundation announced on Friday the distribution of nearly $15 million in grants, scholarships, and charitable aid.
Portuguese bishops announce financial compensation fund for Church abuse victims
Apr 11, 2024 / 15:25 pmAn independent commission authorized by the Portuguese bishops found that thousands of children had been sexually abused by priests and others.
Catholic Relief Services calls for ‘immediate end’ to violence as it ramps up aid in Gaza
Apr 11, 2024 / 11:45 amThe group called “for an immediate end to the violence” and “greater humanitarian access to ensure innocent civilians can access food, shelter, and medical attention.”
Japanese company’s pivot to adult diapers underscores crashing fertility rates worldwide
Apr 10, 2024 / 15:30 pmOji Holdings’ pivot to adult diaper manufacturing underscores an ongoing crisis facing many developed nations around the world: cratering fertility rates.
Trump says he will not sign a national abortion ban if reelected
Apr 10, 2024 / 14:20 pmTrump was at an event in Atlanta on Wednesday when a reporter asked him: “Would you sign a national abortion ban if Congress sent it to your desk?”
After protest from Catholics, blasphemous potato chip ad ordered pulled in Italy
Apr 10, 2024 / 10:50 amIn the advertisement, an abbess fills a ciborium with potato chips instead of Eucharistic hosts prior to Mass.
Baltimore archbishop attends bankruptcy hearing, listens to testimony from abuse victims
Apr 9, 2024 / 12:30 pm“To the victim-survivors who long to hear that someone is sorry for the trauma they endured and for its life-altering consequences — I am deeply sorry,” Archbishop Lori said.
Pope Francis appoints new bishop of Charlotte, North Carolina
Apr 9, 2024 / 10:40 amThe Charlotte Diocese has witnessed “unprecedented growth” over the last few decades.
Religious broadcasters ask Supreme Court to strike down ‘discriminatory’ fees
Apr 8, 2024 / 15:45 pmThe suit argues that the Copyright Royalty Board is subjecting religious broadcasters to a discriminatory royalty fee that violates U.S. religious freedom law.