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During jubilee for prisoners, Pope tells inmates not to lose hope
On Sunday, Pope Francis held a special Mass held for prisoners inside St. Peter’s Basilica, telling them that while paying... Read more
Bishop Conley rejects pro-death penalty ads distorting his words
Bishop James Conley of Lincoln has called on the group “Nebraskans for the Death Penalty” to retract social media advertisements... Read more
Fear is an 'existential whip' that can destroy society, Pope warns
In a lengthy, wide-ranging speech to members of international NGOs, Pope Francis offered a clear and stern warning against modern... Read more
Don't shift on assisted suicide, Catholics urge US medical group
For years, the American Medical Association has held a strong stance against measures promoting physician-assisted suicide. But that could change. Read more
At ordination, Denver's new bishop reminded to proclaim Christ
The reality of evil and the tender mercy of Jesus Christ were on the mind of Denver’s new auxiliary Bishop... Read more
Did a 'Catholic Spring' group intimidate Florida churches?
A group that has been tied to the idea of a “Catholic Spring” revolution in leaked emails may have tried... Read more
Election 2016: A supremely important decision
Among the first acts of the next president of the United States will be the appointment of a new justice... Read more
Anyone could be forced to migrate, Pope says in latest prayer video
In his most recent prayer video, Pope Francis focuses on migrants, refugees and countries who assist them, stressing that it's... Read more
Pope honors deceased bishops, says death unites us more fully in Christ
Reflecting on the faithful work of the bishops and cardinals who have died in the past 12 months, Pope Francis... Read more
Boston Catholics are at the forefront of the fight against pot
The Church in Boston is asking voters in Massachusetts to reject the legalization of recreational marijuana in the state next... Read more
The role of Catholics in rescuing health care
Serious problems loom for the future of health care in the U.S. – and Catholics must help resolve them, experts... Read more
Archbishop Gomez: Want to make America great? Be saints
With recent polls showing an increasingly tight presidential race, it's still unpredictable as to who will come out next week... Read more
Prisoners to be Pope Francis' special guests at Mass in St. Peter's
On Nov. 6, a special Jubilee for Prisoners will be celebrated at the Vatican, drawing detainees and their families from... Read more
Pope calls on religions to condemn acts of terrorism, violence
Pope Francis spoke to representatives of different religions Thursday, telling them that acts of terrorism and violence must be very... Read more
Why religious freedom could be at risk, regardless of who wins
Religious liberty is a pressing issue in this election, advocates say – but both major presidential candidates have shown serious... Read more
What can Vatican-China relations learn from Vietnam?
Amid reports of a possible agreement concerning the appointment of Chinese bishops, it is useful to look at the Church’s... Read more
In Iowa, prayers for police officers ambushed and killed
In the wake of fatal shootings of two Iowa police officers in apparent ambushes, Bishop Richard Pates of Des Moines... Read more
Assisted suicide approved by Washington DC city council
Representatives of the nation’s capital voted Tuesday to approve physician-assisted suicide, despite strong opposition from religious, legal and medical leaders. Read more
Archbishop Gomez: Christian doctors face increasing threats
Faithful Catholics need to be aware of the ever-increasing serious threats to Christians living their faith in the field of... Read more
Pope Francis at cemetery: Christ gives us hope – even in death
While it's sad to think about our own death or that of a loved one, we can never be truly... Read more
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