Pope Francis in Marseille: It’s ‘a duty of humanity’ to save migrants abandoned at sea
“Before us,” he said, “is the sea, a source of life, yet this place evokes the tragedy of shipwrecks, which cause death.” Pope Francis asks for a moment of silence…
Pope Francis entrusts to Mary ‘Mediterranean Encounter’ with youth and bishops
“In a way, this message reminds us of the history of this basilica and what it represents,” he continued. “In fact, it was not founded in memory of a miracle…
‘We came back stronger’: Priest, seminarian abducted in Nigeria recall three-week ordeal
He added: “I thought about the suffering that our fathers, the early Missionaries of Africa, endured at the start of our congregation in Africa. Many died, but those who survived…
UN adopts resolution to protect ‘reproductive rights’ during next pandemic
“I think we are in a moment where people have to draw a line in the sand of what they will and will not tolerate,” Rep. Kat Cammack, R-Florida, told…
Mexican diocese denounces hacking of several of its social media accounts
The bishop of Irapuato, Enrique Díaz Díaz, said at his Sunday Zoom press conference posted on Facebook that they have not yet found the person responsible for the attack or…
‘Destruction’ of ethnic Armenians is imminent, experts warn
“The U.N. Security Council must go beyond mere calls for action. No more empty rhetoric; we need concrete steps,” Vardenyan said in a Thursday X statement. “Currently, 120,000 Armenians are…
Senate confirms military appointments, bypassing pro-life blockade by Tuberville
The blockade has caused a backlog of more than 300 appointments. Before Wednesday’s vote, Democratic Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said the blockade forced leadership “to confront his obstruction head…
Seton Shrine’s new additions offer interactive encounter with first American-born saint
What was formerly the provincial entrance near the basilica has been transformed into a modern and welcoming visitor center, seamlessly connecting visitors to the gift shop and museum galleries. Inside,…
Synod 2023: Participants to include two bishops from mainland China, Archbishop Paglia
Two Chinese bishops also took part in the 2018 youth synod. Archbishop Paglia, who leads the Vatican academy on life issues, was also added to the list of synod members…
Attorney General Merrick Garland reacts to accusation of DOJ’s anti-Catholic bias
During the hearing on Wednesday, Rep. Jeff Van Drew questioned Garland about the memo, which led to a tense exchange. “Do you agree that traditional Catholics are violent extremists?” Van…
Shrine of Virgin of Flowers whose name traveled to Mars with NASA desecrated
Along with the mantle, the thieves took “small jewelry left by the faithful” during their recent Sept. 8 pilgrimage. Some collection boxes where the faithful deposit their alms were also…
Spanish priests criticize radio personalities who say Mother Teresa took advantage of poor
Higueras further accused the saint of being a “chunga,” (a dodgy person as defined by the Spanish Royal Academy: “bad-looking, in poor condition, of poor quality”) because she dedicated herself…