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Lawmaker accuses Azerbaijan of ‘genocide,’ seeks answers on Biden administration’s plan
Rep. Chris Smith in a hearing Sept. 6 accused the Azerbaijan government of committing genocide against Armenian Christians in disputed... Read more
Cardinal Cupich: ‘Nothing to be feared’ from ‘ancient reality’ of synod
“History has shown that the use of fear tactics by those who resist any kind of renewal that involves change... Read more
UK judge rules seriously ill teen lacks mental competence to seek experimental treatment
The National Health Service trust’s doctors ruled that she is unable to make decisions for herself and asked the court... Read more
Pro-life doctors respond to OB-GYN group’s call for abortion ‘without restrictions’
Dr. Christopher Zahn of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists argued that abortion “improves and saves lives.” Read more
Priest heads to Ulma family beatification: ‘Saintly figures so close to my family tree’
Father Michael Niemczak, a priest from New Mexico and a relative of the Ulma family, plans to visit holy sites... Read more
Baltimore Archdiocese considers bankruptcy amid possible sex abuse lawsuits
On Oct. 1, a new law will go into effect that ends the statute of limitations for civil lawsuits related... Read more
Second trial of DC pro-life activists who staged protest begins
The trial follows the conviction of five of the defendants’ peers, who were convicted of conspiracy against rights and a... Read more
Catholic bishops take issue with Biden administration’s proposed LGBT discrimination rules
The bishops warned that within the operation of Catholic charities, an HHS rule would “create conflicts between the [rule’s] requirements... Read more
Bishop Strickland: Church has ‘no authority whatsoever’ to ordain women to priesthood
The bishop issued the letter as a follow-up to an August document in which he warned of attempts to “present... Read more
Why did dozens of religious sisters show up at this rural Michigan ice cream stand?
A group of Religious Sisters of Mercy recently enjoyed a “sweet celebration” at Merrill Whippy Dip in Michigan. Read more
Jimmy Buffett: more Catholic than you think?
The famous soft-rock musician who recently died of cancer was raised Catholic. One commentator believes his music contains Catholic themes. Read more
Journalist documents power of forgiveness on anniversary of Christian persecution in India
Anto Akkara held a recent screening of his sixth film about the killings of Christians in Kandhamal, India, in 2008. Read more
Archbishop gives Communion to Muslim sheik at funeral Mass for cardinal: his explanation
The incident sparked controversy among Catholics, and the prelate posted an explanation for what happened on the archdiocesan website. Read more
New York priest arrested on child sex abuse charges
Father Nathan Brooks, 36, faces several misdemeanor charges filed Aug. 31 in Cortland County Court in central New York. Read more
Indeed gives employees $10,000 to relocate if workers, kids want transgender procedures
Indeed will offer workers or immediate family members $10,000 to relocate to a state that does not have restrictions on... Read more
Thousands march for life in London
The ninth annual march processed through the city of Westminster in London and ended at the Houses of Parliament. Read more
NFL kicker Harrison Butker and Notre Dame to reward innovative use of Church property
The $10,000 award was conceived to recognize and support individuals or organizations with bold ideas to best use for under-utilized... Read more
Data shows mothers with young children leading female labor market resurgence
A new study found that more women with children under the age of 5 are entering the workforce than ever... Read more
New film ‘Mother Teresa and Me’ aims to inspire ‘acts of kindness’
The film premieres Sept. 5 on the International Day of Charity, established by the U.N. to commemorate the anniversary of... Read more
Why the Catholic Church has a lot to say about Labor Day
“All work, no matter what the work is, is essential,” said Father Sinclair Oubre, spiritual moderator of the Catholic Labor... Read more
