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dailywire.compolitics13 hrs ago
Catholic Bishops Oppose IVF Coverage but Back Diagnostic Fertility Benefits in Federal Rule
The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops submitted comments July 13 opposing inclusion of in vitro fertilization in a proposed federal rule on fertility benefits. The bishops cited conflicts with Catholic teachings while supporting diagnostic treatments for infertility.
crainsnewyork.comworld3 days ago
Catholic Groups Sue to Block New York's Assisted Dying Law
A coalition of 13 Catholic plaintiffs filed suit July 17 in federal court in Albany challenging the Medical Aid in Dying Act. The Free Press reported the law permits terminally ill patients to request lethal medication and requires providers to discuss the option proactively.
abcnews.go.compolitics5 days ago
Supreme Court to Hear Challenge to Colorado's Rules for Religious Preschools in State Program
The Supreme Court will consider St. Mary Catholic Parish v. Roy next term to decide if Colorado can bar Catholic preschools from its universal preschool program. The Archdiocese of Denver and the schools argue the exclusion violates their First Amendment rights.
sbs.com.aupolitics7 days ago
Corruption Inquiry Examines Catholic Schools NSW Use of Public Funds
An anti-corruption commission is investigating whether Catholic Schools NSW used public money for political donations. Education funding experts have called for audits of the body's finances and compliance with charity rules.
politics9 days ago
ICAC examines Catholic Schools NSW payments to Liberal-linked consultants
The state's anti-corruption commission is investigating whether Catholic Schools NSW made undeclared political donations through consultant fees. Public hearings begin July 27.
cnbc.comworld11 days ago
U.S. State Department Condemns Iran’s Persecution of Christians
The State Department issued a statement on Iran’s repression of religious minorities, including a Catholic woman sentenced to nearly 10 years in prison. The remarks coincided with new U.S. military strikes against Iran over tanker attacks in the Strait of Hormuz.
thejournal.ieworld15 days ago
Excommunicated Catholic Group Sees Future Pope Restoring Ties
A priest from the Society of St. Pius X told worshippers a future pope will reopen dialogue. The group was automatically excommunicated after ordaining four bishops without Vatican approval earlier this week.
catholicnewsagency.comfinance16 days ago
Catholic Nun Detained by ICE in Texas Released Same Evening
Sister Leticia Ugboaja was held June 28 while walking to Mass in McAllen. Congressional intervention led to her release hours later, diocese officials said.
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swissinfo.chworld16 days ago
Catholic Society Consecrates Four Bishops Outside Official Church Authority
A Swiss Catholic group held a five-hour ceremony consecrating four new bishops. The event occurred despite objections from Pope Leo XIV and contrary to the church’s internal rules.
politics17 days ago
Traditionalist Catholic Group Defends Consecrations After Vatican Declares Excommunications
The Society of St. Pius X said it acted to save souls when it consecrated four bishops without papal consent. The Vatican responded within 24 hours by excommunicating the group's bishops and priests and warning its followers of possible excommunication.
themandarin.com.auworld19 days ago
Former NSW minister calls for federal opposition leader to resign over ally’s ICAC links
A former state police minister urged the federal opposition leader to step down, citing his ties to a Catholic schools official now under investigation. The anti-corruption commission announced a public inquiry into alleged illegal donations involving Liberal Party figures.
yardbarker.comworld19 days ago
Four-star quarterback Trey Tagliaferri ends six-day commitment to Notre Dame
Trey Tagliaferri ended his brief commitment to Notre Dame after six days. The 2028 prospect holds offers from multiple major programs and recorded strong sophomore stats at Bergen Catholic.
winnipegfreepress.comworld20 days ago
Traditionalist Catholic group plans bishop consecrations without papal approval
A traditionalist Catholic faction will consecrate four bishops at its Swiss seminary on Wednesday. The move occurs without papal consent and carries automatic excommunication under church law.
winnipegfreepress.comworld20 days ago
Breakaway Catholic Group Begins Bishop Consecrations Without Papal Approval
A traditionalist Catholic society started consecrating four bishops at its Swiss seminary on Wednesday despite Vatican warnings. The move risks excommunication and marks the group's most direct challenge to Rome since 1988.
winnipegfreepress.comworld20 days agoUpdated
Breakaway Catholic Group Plans Unauthorized Bishop Consecrations
The Society of St. Pius X will consecrate four bishops without papal consent, triggering automatic excommunication. The move creates the first major test for Pope Leo XIV's unity efforts.
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catholicnewsagency.comworld20 days agoUpdated
San Francisco Archdiocese to Pay $395 Million, End Bankruptcy, and Settle 500 Abuse Lawsuits
The San Francisco Catholic Archdiocese will pay $395 million to resolve more than 500 lawsuits from approximately 530 survivors of child sexual abuse. The agreement ends a bankruptcy case filed three years ago and imposes new transparency requirements.
theyeshivaworld.comworld23 days ago
U.S. and Mexican Catholic Bishops Hold Border Mass Calling for Humane Treatment of Migrants
More than 100 Catholic bishops, nuns, priests and parishioners crossed from Nogales, Arizona, to Nogales, Sonora, Mexico, on Friday evening after a Mass and while praying the rosary. The event coincided with U.S. independence commemorations as temperatures reached 36 degrees Cels…
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Fox Newspolitics30 days ago
Vice President JD Vance Memoir on Faith Journey Debuts, Recounts Hope Wife Will Convert
JD Vance’s new book recounts his path from Protestant upbringing through atheism to Catholicism. The memoir details how personal relationships and family life shaped his conversion.
link.springer.comworld31 days ago
Brazilian Researchers Test Jackfruit-Based Gel on Stem Cells for Gum Disease Treatment
Scientists at the Pontifical Catholic University of São Paulo created a biomaterial using jackfruit latex, pomegranate peel extract, and simvastatin. The gel was published today in Polymer Bulletin and tested on human stem cells.
catholicnewsagency.compolitics31 days ago
Justice Department to back Catholic nuns in New York nursing-home lawsuit
The department said Thursday it will intervene in a federal case filed by the Dominican Sisters of Hawthorne against a 2024 state law on gender-identity accommodations in nursing homes. The nuns operate Rosary Hill Home, a 125-year-old facility providing free end-of-life care.
thesouthafrican.comworld39 days ago
French Catholic Church to Replace National Abuse Support Body With Diocesan System in September
A new decentralized support structure called Renaître will take over from the Independent National Authority for Recognition and Reparation on September 1. Victims' groups have raised concerns about readiness and consistency of services.
pbs.orgpolitics39 days ago
Pentagon Streamlines Chaplain List, Removes Denominational Labels
The Department of Defense revised its list of religious affiliations this week, dropping the Christian designation from 21 groups including Latter-day Saints, Catholics, Lutherans and Pentecostals. Utah Senators Mike Lee and John Curtis objected to the change for their own faith.
nypost.compolitics39 days agoSourced
White House Joins Catholic Bishops in Consecration of United States to Sacred Heart
President and First Lady Melania Trump joined U.S. Catholic Bishops in Orlando on June 11 for the consecration of the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The ceremony marks the 250th anniversary of American independence and links the federal government to a religious obse…
vaticannews.vaworld40 days ago
Pope Visits Montserrat Monastery Near Barcelona
Pope Leo visited the Montserrat monastery near Barcelona. A clergy abuse survivor publicly accused the Catholic Church of failing victims and criticized the pontiff for declining a requested meeting.
rte.ieworld41 days ago
U.S. Catholic Bishops Plan National Consecration to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
U.S. Catholic bishops will consecrate the nation to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The ceremony follows earlier consecrations by bishops in other countries. Organizers say the act carries spiritual significance for participants.
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Abc Newsworld42 days ago
Pope Leo XIV to Visit Montserrat and Sagrada Familia in June 2026 Amid Low Catholic Practice in Secular Catalonia
Pope Leo XIV will visit the Montserrat monastery and celebrate Mass at Barcelona’s Sagrada Familia Basilica on June 10, 2026, during a seven-day trip to Spain.
vaticannews.vapolitics44 days ago
Pope Visits Spain, Praises Migration Policy and Addresses Church Abuse
Pope Leo praised Spain's migration policies and met with officials during a visit that began Saturday. He also discussed sexual abuse cases within the Catholic Church and a compensation agreement reached in March.
dailycaller.compolitics44 days ago
Over 1,000 Catholics Hold Eucharistic Procession Through D.C. Squares Near White House Under Theme 'One Nation Under God'
The fourth annual procession, part of the 2026 National Eucharistic Pilgrimage, passed through Lafayette Square on June 6.
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vaticannews.vaworld44 days ago
Pope Leo says U.S.-Israel actions against Iran fail just-war criteria
Pope Leo stated during a visit to Madrid that the U.S.-Israel campaign against Iran does not meet Catholic standards for a just war. The remarks come amid ongoing military developments reported across multiple fronts.
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catholicnewsagency.comworld44 days ago
FBI Fires Five Analysts Who Helped Draft Flawed 2023 Richmond Memo on Radical Traditionalist Catholics
The bureau dismissed at least five analysts who helped draft a withdrawn internal assessment that examined links between violent extremists and radical Catholic views. The memo drew criticism from President Trump’s allies and later featured in a Task Force report.
catholicnewsagency.comworld45 days ago
Washington archbishop removes priest as exorcist after UFO comments
The Catholic archbishop of Washington, D.C., removed a priest from his role as exorcist after public statements linking UFO sightings to demons. The archdiocese also ended its relationship with a nonprofit led by the priest.
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catholicnewsagency.comworld44 days agoUpdated
FBI Disciplines Employees Over Flawed Memo on Radical Traditionalist Catholic Ideology
The bureau dismissed four intelligence analysts and one supervisory analyst who helped draft the memo. An internal review and a 2024 Justice Department inspector general report found no malicious intent or orders to target any religion.
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Newsweekpolitics47 days ago
Washington Archdiocese Removes Priest From Exorcist Role After UFO Remarks
A Catholic priest in Washington, D.C., was removed from his exorcist duties after a May 29 video linked most UFO sightings to demonic activity. The archbishop acted on June 3 and ended ties with the priest's ministry center.
Abc Newsworld47 days ago
Spain and Catholic Bishops Approve Joint Reparations Program for Historic Clergy Abuse Claims Ahead of Papal Visit
Spain approved a joint church-state reparations program for victims of long-ago sexual abuse by clergy. The plan gives the government final say on payouts and opened for applications months before Pope Leo XIV arrives on June 6.
France 24politics47 days ago
Vatican Names First Lay Woman to Lead Communications Department
A lay woman has been appointed to head the Vatican's Dicastery for Communication for the first time. The appointee, who serves as CEO of a Catholic television network, will oversee television, radio, and broadcasting operations.
indiatoday.intoday.inai48 days ago
Anthropic Co-founder Chris Olah Calls for Catholic Church Oversight of AI Industry at Vatican Event With Pope Leo XIV
Chris Olah addressed the Vatican last week during Pope Leo XIV’s first encyclical on artificial intelligence. The event highlighted calls for outside oversight of AI development.
france24.compolitics49 days ago
French Lawmakers to Debate Bill on School Violence and Child Protection
Legislation follows a parliamentary inquiry into abuse at a Catholic-run school and separate probes into mistreatment at Paris public schools.
Forbesai52 days ago
Catholic Startup Develops AI Chatbot Trained on Church Teachings
Longbeard launched Magisterium AI, a chatbot that answers questions using over 32,000 Catholic documents. The company is now building a new model called Ephrem, planned for release in 2027.
The Sydney Morning Heraldbusiness53 days ago
Melbourne Catholic Archdiocese Sells Albert Street Properties for Nearly $30 Million
The Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne has sold multiple terraces on Albert Street in East Melbourne. The transactions total nearly $30 million and involve several buyers.
nationalpost.comscience54 days ago
NSW Study Finds School Resilience Programs Show No Effect on Teen Health Habits
A New South Wales Health study tracked more than 2,000 public and Catholic high school students and found no measurable difference in fruit, vegetable intake or physical activity after three years of resilience training. Schools that received the programs and extra funding perfor…
The Guardianpolitics54 days ago
Texas priest trial hears testimony on alleged encounter with congregant
Court testimony described an incident involving a Roman Catholic priest and a woman receiving spiritual guidance. Anthony Odiong, 57, faces criminal charges related to his conduct with female congregants.
Wiredtechnology55 days ago
Pope Leo XIV References Tolkien in AI Encyclical
Pope Leo XIV released his first encyclical on Monday addressing artificial intelligence. The document cites J.R.R. Tolkien alongside earlier Catholic teachings on technology and human dignity.
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Pope Leo XIV Issues Document on AI and Slavery Apology
Pope Leo XIV released an encyclical calling for slower AI development and oversight. The document also includes an apology for the Catholic Church's historical role in slavery.
Washington Examinerai56 days ago
Pope Leo XIV Addresses Church's Role in Slavery, AI Ethics in First Encyclical
Pope Leo XIV issued his first encyclical on Monday, apologizing for the Catholic Church's historical legitimization of slavery and addressing the ethical challenges posed by artificial intelligence.
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Axiospolitics57 days ago
Religiously unaffiliated voters now 29 percent of U.S. adults
The share of Americans identifying as religiously unaffiliated reached 29 percent in recent data, surpassing Catholics and evangelical Protestants. Campaigns report higher per-voter costs to contact this group because it lacks centralized networks.
theconservativetreehouse.compolitics57 days ago
Bishop Robert Barron Urges Dialogue Between Catholics and Trump Administration on Immigration
Bishop Robert Barron called for conversation between Catholics and the Trump administration on immigration and border security. He said moral concerns about human trafficking and missing children support stricter enforcement.
Abc Newsworld58 days ago
Peru Catholic Officials Hold Ceremony Apologizing for Indigenous Land Loss
Peruvian Catholic leaders conducted a symbolic reparation event for an Indigenous community in northern Peru. The ceremony addressed past land dispossession linked to a dissolved Catholic group.
nypost.comworld59 days ago
Long Island Woman Arrested After Statue Damage at Catholic Church
A 41-year-old woman was arrested last week after police say she damaged a statue of Jesus at St. Mary’s Church in Bay Shore. Suffolk County police investigated the incident as a possible hate crime.
washingtonpost.compolitics62 days ago
Vatican Synod Report Includes Testimony From Men in Same-Sex Unions
The Vatican General Secretariat of the Synod published a 32-page report by Study Group No. 9 that presents accounts from two men in same-sex unions. The document discusses Catholic teaching on marriage and sexuality and frames certain issues as emerging rather than controversial.
Le Mondeworld67 days ago
Cuba Open to Reviewing $100 Million US Aid Proposal Amid Blackouts and Protests
Cuba said it is ready to hear details of a $100 million aid offer from the United States that would be distributed by the Catholic Church rather than the government. The island faced widespread power outages on May 14, 2026, after its oil reserves ran out, prompting protests in H…
thenation.com (News photo)politics68 days agoUpdated
Trump Administration Renews $100 Million Humanitarian Aid Offer to Cuba
The State Department announced the renewed humanitarian assistance on Wednesday as President Donald Trump met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing. The aid would be distributed through the Catholic Church and independent groups. Havana has rejected previous offers, includ…
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winnipegfreepress.comworld68 days ago
Vatican Warns Traditionalist Group Against Consecrating Bishops Without Consent
The Vatican on Wednesday issued a final warning to the Society of St. Pius X that its planned July 1 consecrations of four bishops without papal approval would constitute a schismatic act resulting in automatic excommunication. The group, founded in 1970 in opposition to the Seco…
Newsweekpolitics68 days ago
Vatican Excommunicates Breakaway Catholic Group Over Bishop Ordinations
The Vatican has told the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Pius X that ordaining bishops without papal approval in July would constitute a schismatic act and result in automatic excommunication. Cardinal Víctor Manuel Fernández, head of the Vatican's disciplinary office, reiterated th…
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Washington Examinerpolitics71 days ago
Justice Department Seeks to Denaturalize 12 Citizens Over Alleged Misrepresentation of Criminal or Terrorist Histories
The Department of Justice announced Friday it is seeking to revoke the U.S. citizenship of 12 individuals who concealed material facts during naturalization. Among them are a Catholic priest convicted of child sexual assault, a man who swore allegiance to Al-Qaeda, and others lin…
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Vatican Releases Gay Married Catholics' Testimony in Synod Synthesis Annexes
A Vatican working group has released a report that includes testimony from two gay married Catholics describing how church teaching on homosexuality affected them. Pope Leo XIV said during a news conference that church teachings on social justice are more important than those on…
Fox Newspolitics72 days ago
20 Catholic-Affiliated Colleges to Hold Optional Lavender Graduation Ceremonies for LGBTQ+ Students
Georgetown, Boston College, Fordham and 17 other Catholic institutions are staging dedicated events apart from main commencements. Seattle University features a performance by Sativa the Drag Queen while the University of San Francisco schedules a Queer Prom immediately afterward…
theblaze.comworld73 days ago
DOJ Launches Denaturalization Effort Against Criminals Including Cuban Spy and Terrorists
The Justice Department has begun a new effort to strip U.S. citizenship from immigrants with criminal histories, arguing they would not have received it if their offenses were known earlier. The initiative includes cases involving a Cuban spy, terrorists and a Catholic priest. Se…
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The Independentpolitics73 days ago
Rubio Says US Can Maintain Productive Ties With Catholic Church Despite Tensions
Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated the United States can continue a fruitful relationship with the Catholic Church. The comments came during a meeting with the American-born pope amid President Donald Trump's public criticisms of the pontiff over the Iran war and other issues.…
Le Mondepolitics74 days ago
Pope Leo XIV Marks One Year Since Election as Head of Catholic Church
One year after his election on May 8 2025 Pope Leo XIV has shifted from a period of restraint and caution to more direct public statements. The pontiff condemned a war involving the United States and Israel and urged American Catholics to contact elected officials. Le Monde repor…
abcnews.go.compolitics74 days ago
Trump Continues Public Criticism of the Pope
President Trump has continued a series of public criticisms directed at the pope over recent weeks. The comments have prompted reactions from Christian leaders who have expressed opposition. The exchanges mark an ongoing public dispute between the U.S. president and the head of t…
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