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Here's how one Catholic congressman is prepping for the Pope's US visit
As the nation’s capital works to get ready for Pope Francis’ visit to the U.S. this fall, one Catholic congressman... Read more
Make friends with your congressman – and you just might get to see the Pope
The final plans are set for the public’s chance to watch Pope Francis’ Sept. 24 address to Congress live at... Read more
Obama's immigration order stalls. For 5 million immigrants, now what?
As the Obama administration’s massive immigration order met a roadblock in federal court, Catholic immigration advocates are unhappy but are... Read more
Don't thwart nuclear agreement with Iran, bishop warns Congress
The head of the U.S. Bishops' international peace committee supports the new framework for Iran's nuclear program and is asking... Read more
New US Congress reflects the Catholic swing vote
The overwhelming majority of federal lawmakers in the U.S. are Christian, according to a new report, which also found that... Read more
House overcomes partisan bickering to pass disabilities bill
After eight years in legislative limbo, a bill helping those with disabilities to save in tax-exempt accounts and still receive... Read more
Remember the 'least of these' in spending cuts, bishops tell Congress
As the 113th Congress enters the “lame-duck” session before newly-elected members take office, the U.S. Bishops are urging that a... Read more
Congressmen support legal challenges to HHS mandate
Pro-life members of the House of Representatives spoke out in support of the Green and Hahn families after they argued... Read more
