News
Indifference, apathy at heart of hunger crisis, pope says
If the world is to succeed in eradicating the scourge of hunger, it must first fight against the indifference, apathy and broken promises that allow the crisis to continue, Pope Francis said.
Unlicensed abortion facility can operate in Indiana at least until hearing
After a nearly two-year legal battle, an unlicensed abortion facility started booking appointments in a location in South Bend June 19 and planned to begin offering chemical abortions the week of June 23 amid strong objections from the local community.
Report details attacks on, abuses against religious freedom worldwide
The State Department's newly released annual report on international religious freedom shows continued attacks and abuse by governments and societies against religious minorities in their respective countries.
At Ohio racism listening session, participants express sorrow and hope
Participants at a diocesan listening session on racism in Columbus spoke about hurtful experiences both inside and outside the church, but also expressed optimism about efforts to recognize the problem and respond to it.
Vatican-Israel accord of 1994 called ‘action’ step for ‘Nostra Aetate’
UPDATED - Jewish and Catholic leaders met in a spirit of joy and cooperation at a 25th anniversary celebration marking the Vatican's recognition of the state of Israel.
Bishops in Central African Republic warn of cycle of violence from gangs
Catholic bishops in the Central African Republic have condemned actions by an armed gang loyal to the country's president and warned of growing exasperation with empty peace pledges.
Seminarian killed in crash recalled as ‘humble man’ who cared for others
UPDATED - Seminarian Jason Marshall, 53, was one of two people killed in the tragic bus accident June 23 involving the University of New Mexico Aquinas Newman Center's youth group and their chaperones.
At St. Agnes, speaker teaches on faith through friendship, meaning of Mass
Lay Catholic theologian Scott Hahn visited St. Agnes Parish in Sellersville for a 100th anniversary event. He showed the links between Scripture, the sacrifice of the Mass and evangelization today.
U.S. bishops, Pope Francis react strongly to dead migrant father, child
Photos of a Salvadoran migrant and his 23-month-old daughter lying face down in the Rio Grande River sparked outrage against the U.S. government due to squalid conditions at migrant facilities and increasingly harsh policies against immigrants.
Many Zambians ‘have nothing to eat,’ so bishops raise money
Zambia's bishops have launched a campaign to raise $9 million for food to be distributed in remote parts of the country hit by drought and floods.