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Women who were trafficked find relief at London’s Bakhita House

A ministry of the Archdiocese of Westminster and Caritas Westminster, Bakhita House provides women who have fled from their captors with safety and support and allows them to recover from their ordeal.

Saints on Mission – Mission Summer Saint Series, Queenship of Mary

Join the Archdiocesean Pontifical Mission Socities for a Mission Summer Saint Series, Queenship of Mary.

Saints on Mission – Mission Summer Saint Series, St. Dominic

Join the Archdiocesean Pontifical Mission Socities for a Mission Summer Saint Series, St. Dominic. The World Mission Rosary, developed by Venerable Archbishop Sheen for Missionaries, was, in part, inspired by St. Dominic.

Saints on Mission, Mission Summer Saints Series, St. Joachim and St. Ann, Parents of God’s First Missionary

Join the Archdiocesean Pontifical Mission Socities for a Mission Summer Saint Series on St. Joachim and St. Ann, God's First Missionary.

Historic cross on public property can stay, Supreme Court rules

In a 7-2 vote, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of preserving a historic cross-shaped memorial in Bladensburg, Maryland saying the cross did not endorse religion.

Catholic filmmaker aims to bring reality of sex trafficking to light

Catholic actor George Elliot wants to educate people about the horrific and sometimes deadly reality of sex trafficking by bringing a drama to the big screen.

Catholic aid group raises millions for persecuted Christians

Aid to the Church in Need raised over 111 million euros ($125 million) in 2018 to help support persecuted Christians, particularly in the Middle East where tens of thousands of Christians have been forced to flee their homes.

Bishop Blaire dies; recalled for living by a simple code — ‘to serve’

Beloved in his native California and nationwide, the retired bishop stressed the importance of remembering that "we are loved by God, and we are called to love one another as God has loved us.''

Migration situation requires a humane, Christian response, official says

With over 70 million people forcibly displaced worldwide, wealthier nations must commit to long-term assistance for migrants and refugees, said Vatican diplomat Archbishop Paul Gallagher, adding that "we are the ones who are diminished" by neglecting their needs.

Cardinal calls for withdrawal of Hong Kong’s divisive extradition bill

Cardinal John Tong Hon, apostolic administrator of the Diocese of Hong Kong, and the chairman of the Hong Kong Christian Council called on chief executive Carrie Lam to withdraw a controversial extradition bill.