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Sacristan killed, priest wounded in terrorist attacks in Spain; bishops condemn violence
The National Court in Spain has initiated the investigation in Wednesday’s incidents as a suspected jihadist terror attack. Read more
Minnesota bishops decry bill that would make abortion a right
The Catholic bishops of Minnesota urged lawmakers to vote down a bill that would codify the right to abortion, proposing... Read more
Five things to know about the violence racking Peru
Violent protests have been taking place for more than a month in different regions of Peru and have claimed at... Read more
Pro-life college students to protest ‘life-ending’ abortion drugs at Walgreens, CVS
“Our purpose of having these protests is so that we can let ‘Big Pharma’ companies know that it’s absolutely unacceptable... Read more
Retired bishop calls on fellow bishops, pro-lifers to stay focused on culture of life
An emeritus Texas bishop is calling on his fellow bishops and all pro-lifers people to focus on creating a culture... Read more
Bishop remembers slain journalists in Mexico on feast day of their patron saint
According to the National Human Rights Commission of Mexico, between 2000 and 2018, a total of 134 journalists were murdered. Read more
Two Florida residents indicted for vandalizing pro-life pregnancy centers
The indictments represent the first suspects known to have been arrested in attacks on pro-life pregnancy centers since a rash... Read more
Pro-life leader and Catholic father of 7 Mark Houck goes to trial: an emotional first day
The allegations relate to an incident that occurred at a Planned Parenthood abortion clinic in Philadelphia on Oct. 13, 2021. Read more
Pope Francis decries German Synodal Way as ‘neither helpful nor serious’
In an interview published Wednesday, Pope Francis decried the German Synodal Way as elitist and running the risk of bringing... Read more
Japanese prime minister vows to take action on declining birthrate
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida recently warned that Japan’s birthrate — one of the lowest in the world — is... Read more
Alabama governor adds another layer of protection to religious freedom
“As governor, I will always protect the rights of Alabamians and ensure they are free to exercise their beliefs as... Read more
Pope Francis offers condolences for Monterey Park shooting
The pope sent a telegram to L.A. Archbishop José Gomez on Jan. 25 expressing his sadness and assuring his spiritual... Read more
Ukrainian interfaith group’s efforts a ‘concrete testimony of peace,’ Pope Francis says
Pope Francis expressed his support for the group of leaders representing different churches and religious organizations in Ukraine. Read more
Pope Francis: ‘I had nothing to do’ with Father Marko Rupnik case
For the first time, Pope Francis has commented publicly about the scandal surrounding Jesuit artist Father Marko Rupnik. Read more
Pope Francis unpacks Jesus’ good news: ‘Today this scripture has been fulfilled’
Pope Francis told Christians Wednesday that if they want to understand Jesus they should pay close attention to the “good... Read more
‘I lost a dad’: Pope Francis speaks about losing Benedict XVI
In an interview with the AP, Pope Francis spoke about his relationship with his predecessor, Benedict XVI. Read more
Pope Francis says intestinal problems have ‘returned’ but insists, ‘I’m in good health’
The 86-year-old pontiff discussed his health and possible retirement in a wide-ranging interview with the Associated Press published Jan. 25. Read more
‘Being homosexual is not a crime,’ Pope Francis reiterates in new interview
The interview with the Associated Press covered a wide range of topics, including laws that criminalize homosexuality and sodomy. Read more
Church in Bolivia denounces ‘perverted curriculum’ with gender ideology for children
Father Pedro Flores pointed out that the content, which will be taught to children under 6, “is a perverted curriculum,... Read more
Priest found guilty of blocking entrance to abortion clinic, faces prison time
“The defendant attempted to prevent women from accessing their legal right to vital reproductive and pregnancy services,” United States Attorney... Read more
![“Approximately 1 in 7 Christians [more than 365 million people] are subject to significant levels of persecution on the basis of religious beliefs. The number of attacks against Christian churches and property increased significantly in 2023, with more Christians than ever suffering violent attacks,” said Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin during his Sept. 28, 2024 address to the United Nations General Assembly.](https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/storage/image/card.parolin.jpg?w=175&h=100)
