U.S. bishops object to Trump administration tightening asylum and federal housing assistance rules
The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) is voicing opposition to proposed regulatory changes that would impose stricter immigration rules for housing and employment. A housing rule proposed by the…
EWTN News explains: What does the Catholic Church teach about UFOs and alien life?
The U.S. government on May 8 began releasing files related to unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP) — previously referred to as unidentified flying objects (UFOs) — generating nationwide speculation regarding government…
Book explores ‘darkness’ of yoga
A book by a certified yoga instructor explores the “darkness” behind the practice of yoga and the many "misconceptions” of the practice for Catholics and non-Catholics alike. Linda Carl spoke…
Pope warns main threat common to religion and science is denial of objective truth
Pope Leo XIV said the principal threat facing both religion and science today is the denial of the existence of objective truth. He made this statement on May 11 during…
U.S. bishops release Archbishop Sample video, resources on consecrating nation to the Sacred Heart
Archbishop Alexander Sample of Portland, Oregon, described the U.S. bishops’ decision to consecrate America to the Sacred Heart of Jesus as “a way to recognize the kingship of Christ.” “In…
Supreme Court temporarily extends access to mail-order mifepristone
The Supreme Court has extended an order allowing nationwide access to a mail-order abortion drug. Justice Samuel Alitoʼs order on May 11 extended access to the abortion pill mifepristone until…
Haitian prime minister meets Pope Leo, inaugurates new Vatican embassy
Haitian Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé discussed peace and strengthening relations with the Holy See in Rome over the weekend. The head of the transitional government was received by Pope…
Trump vows to discuss freedom of Jimmy Lai, Christian leaders detained in China
U.S. President Donald Trump said he would raise the release of Jimmy Lai and Pastor Ezra Jin Mingri with Chinese President Xi Jinping as families of Chinese political prisoners gathered…
Diocese of Providence, Rhode Island, announces parish closures and mergers
The Diocese of Providence announced at Masses over the weekend that several parishes will merge or close across Rhode Island, effective immediately. “After consulting the Council of Priests, Most Rev.…
Moms.gov debuts with pro‑life resources as administration proposes fertility rule
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) launched a website on May 10, Mother’s Day, to promote life-affirming pregnancy resources to expectant parents, such as links to information…
Ahead of vote in France, bishop calls for prayer and fasting to defeat euthanasia bill
Earlier this year, on Feb. 25, the French National Assembly approved after a second reading a bill aimed at legalizing euthanasia and assisted suicide in the country. Called a “right…
Pope names U.S. Bishop Lopes to lead Australia’s Anglican ordinariate
Pope Leo XIV on Monday appointed Bishop Steven J. Lopes, bishop of the Personal Ordinariate of the Chair of Saint Peter, to also lead the Anglican ordinariate in Australia, effective…