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Archbishop Cordileone responds to Pelosi remarks on Cardinal Ladaria letter
San Francisco's archbishop said that the "positive reaction" House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has expressed about a Vatican official's letter about Catholic politicians and Communion "raises hope that progress can be made" on the issue.
Washington cardinal leads worldwide rosary for end to COVID-19 pandemic
Washington Cardinal Wilton D. Gregory led a recitation of rosary May 17 in Washington as part of a worldwide prayer effort to end the COVID-19 pandemic.
Brooklyn Diocese reports attacks on crucifix, statue over weekend
New York City police are investigating two separate incidents May 14-16 as hate crimes. "We are definitely concerned that there is a pattern of hate crimes against Catholics," said a diocesan official.
Pro-life leaders say HHS should not do away with Trump-era Title X rule
As the Supreme Court dismissed suits against a policy banning federal funds for abortion, May 17 also ended public comment on a proposal to allow health care providers for low-income patients to perform abortions.
Three sisters baptized together look forward to future with faith, hope
Before a New York woman would welcome her three nieces from Ivory Coast into her home, they had to be baptized. They did so at the Easter Vigil, overcoming a language barrier of their native French and adapting to a new country during a global pandemic.
High court to hear major abortion case from Mississippi
The U.S. Supreme Court said May 17 that it will hear oral arguments during its next term on a 2018 law banning most abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy. A decision is expected by June 2022.
Catholics invited to explore life, legacy of St. Ignatius
Bishop John Barres marked the Ignatian Year in his Rockville Centre, N.Y. diocese focusing on the 16th century saint whose spiritual contributions continue to influence Catholics and other people of faith.
University president resigns due to inappropriate behavior
Jesuit Father Kevin O'Brien, president of California's Santa Clara University and a friend of President Joe Biden's family, resigned May 12. His Jesuit province said he would begin a program for alcohol use and stress management.
Bishops urge Catholics to sign petition against Hyde Amendment’s repeal
Diocesan Respect Life coordinators and the Pro-Life Secretariat of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops are encouraging Catholics to speak out against the repeal of legislation that bans federal Medicaid funding of abortions.
Gloria Purvis to host new podcast on America Media
Purvis, whose weekday radio show was abruptly canceled without notice by EWTN, is launching a new podcast in May via America Media, the Jesuit communications ministry.