Pope Francis urges ‘an immediate cease-fire in Gaza’ that frees hostages, grants aid
Pope Francis also made an appeal for disarmament, calling it “a moral duty” for the international community. “How many resources are wasted on military expenditures, which, because of the current…
What is inclusive language and why is it dangerous?
“We cannot force language by completely denaturalizing it for ideological reasons; it doesn’t work that way, languages do not work that way, and so the so-called inclusive language is a…
This tailoring shop in Jordan helps Iraqi refugees knit their lives back together
“We are here to tell them that God has not abandoned them,” Cornioli said. “We started with the idea of restoring dignity to these people.” Rafedìn tailoring workshop in Amman,…
Church Militant to shut down following $500,000 defamation lawsuit brought by priest
By Daniel Payne CNA Staff, Mar 2, 2024 / 14:22 pm Church Militant, the controversial Catholic media outlet that has for years maintained a reputation for combative and antagonistic coverage…
Pope Francis opens Vatican’s Judicial Year, has aide read speech due to ‘bronchitis’
The pope’s remarks to the Vatican magistrates highlighted the virtue of courage, which he observed was at the very center of justice. He said that when “combined with fortitude, ensures…
Pope Francis to the world’s children: ‘If we really want to be happy, we need to pray’
By Matthew Santucci Vatican City, Mar 2, 2024 / 10:16 am Pope Francis has issued a message to the world’s children in anticipation of the Church’s first-ever World Children’s Day,…
Catholic priest finds kidney donor through parishioner
In November 2023, he decided to write a letter in the parish bulletin letting parishioners know that he was in search of a kidney donor. Despite having several people reach…
Experts warn of ‘inhumane’ treatment of embryos, ‘evil’ circumstances surrounding IVF
IVF has “totally upended society’s understanding” of what it means to procreate, Waters said. Children “can be created at will by any adults who simply have the right parts whether…
Catholics express concern over eroding ‘brain death’ standards
The previous AAN guidelines, released in 2010, did not mandate tests for complete cessation of brain function beyond what can be diagnosed bedside, such as an electroencephalogram. Further, AAN’s 2023…
Catholic bishops object to Senate IVF bill, warn against deaths of preborn children
The four signatories were Bishop Michael Burbidge, who chairs the USCCB’s Committee on Pro-Life Activities; Bishop Robert Barron, who chairs the Committee on Laity, Marriage, Family Life, and Youth; Archbishop…
Alabama Senate passes IVF protection bill amid Catholic outcry
“It’s unjust from the perspective that it singles out in vitro embryonic human beings and it puts them beyond the protections of the law. It’s also unjust to the families…
Archdiocese demands priests apologize for ‘scandalous’ words about Pope Francis
In his presentation, Calvo added: “I also pray a lot for the pope, so that he can go to heaven as soon as possible,” to which Delgado added: “It’s one…