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Australia's proposed refugee ban is 'deliberately cruel'
The Australian government's proposed permanent ban on visas for refugees and asylum seekers who have recently arrived by boat drew... Read more
Vatican prays Trump presidency will promote peace amid conflict
After Donald Trump pulled off what was for many a surprising victory in the United States election, Vatican Secretary of... Read more
For US bishops, new environmental plan a step in the right direction
A new action agenda from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has drawn praise from the U.S. bishops as a step... Read more
With crippling fines still looming, Little Sisters serve 'one soul at a time'
Despite ongoing religious freedom threats, humility and cheerfulness in serving the poor are at the heart of the mission for... Read more
British Columbia's highest court upholds religious freedom
In a unanimous ruling, the highest court in British Columbia said that a Christian law school could not be denied... Read more
Scripture: It's not just for Protestants, says papal nuncio
While reading the Bible may be associated with Protestantism in the minds of some, love of Scripture is at the... Read more
In Canada, assisted suicide could also kill Catholic healthcare
Only months after the Canadian Parliament approved legal assisted suicide, Catholic hospitals, palliative care centers and individual doctors have been... Read more
Vatican bishop lays out 'roadmap' for dialogue with Islam
There is a roadmap for dialogue with Islam, and its three landmarks are peace, justice and education, says a leading... Read more
Priest slammed for using dead baby as 'political prop'
Fr. Frank Pavone, head of the controversial pro-life group Priest for Life, came under fire Monday for a video of... Read more
Pope Francis lauds women religious in fight against trafficking
Pope Francis met in Rome with a unique group involved in the fight against human trafficking, where he noted the... Read more
What does the Catholic Church say about voting?
As Americans across the country prepare to step into the voting booth tomorrow, what are the most important principles for... Read more
Reported bishop ordinations in China not authorized by Holy See
A statement made by the Vatican on Monday declared that unverified reports of bishop ordinations taking place within the so-called... Read more
Archbishop Joseph Tobin named as head of Newark archdiocese
The Vatican announced Monday that recently nominated Cardinal-elect Archbishop Joseph William Tobin of Indianapolis will soon be taking over as... Read more
Knights of Columbus head: Catholics must be a source of post-election unity
Following a tumultuous and divided election season, Catholics in the U.S. should find ways to create unity and healing, said... Read more
Who will win the Catholic vote this week? It's hard to predict.
A new poll released Friday shows Donald Trump winning the Catholic vote by 16 points – but is it an... Read more
Pope asks authorities to grant clemency for prisoners during Jubilee
After celebrating Mass for prisoners in St. Peter’s Basilica, Pope Francis in his Angelus address appealed for better prison conditions... Read more
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
