California wildfires
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New wildfire threatens communities north of Los Angeles
The Hughes Fire has forced the evacuation of 31,000 people and more than 14,000 structures are threatened, according to L.A.... Read more
Pope Francis sends prayers, condolences as Los Angeles battles wildfires
As wildfires continue to ravage Los Angeles neighborhoods, Pope Francis expressed his spiritual closeness to those affected by the tragedy. Read more
Los Angeles archbishop: Catholics called to be God’s ‘instruments’ during deadly wildfires
The prelate delivered the remarks as a homily at a special Mass celebrated at the Cathedral of Our Lady of... Read more
Biden cancels trip to Italy and meeting with Pope Francis amid deadly California wildfires
Biden was set to travel to Rome from Jan. 9–12 at Pope Francis’ invitation. His audience with the Holy Father... Read more
Wildfires in Los Angeles area level church, force school closures
A raging wildfire in the Pacific Palisades sector of Los Angeles has destroyed Corpus Christi Catholic Church and forced the... Read more
California parish serves as refuge amid damaging wildfire
The blaze, dubbed the Mountain Fire, erupted last week amid high winds and dry, fire-prone conditions. Read more
