Bishops consider COVID-19, racism additions to four-year strategic plan
By Mark Pattison, Catholic News Service WASHINGTON — Although the U.S. bishops’ four-year strategic plan was adopted one year ago, it was not scheduled…
Bishops, in virtual meeting, focus on McCarrick report, pandemic, racism
By Carol Zimmermann, Catholic News Service WASHINGTON — The first day of the virtual fall assembly of the U.S. Catholic bishops, Nov. 16, included…
Alito sees religious freedom ‘fast becoming’ a ‘disfavored right’ among some
By Julie Asher, Catholic News Service WASHINGTON — Religious liberty “is fast becoming a disfavored right” in certain quarters in this country, Supreme Court…
Federal judge: rules restricting DACA program were invalid
By Carol Zimmermann, Catholic News Service WASHINGTON — A federal judge ruled Nov. 14 that the suspension of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals…
Brooklyn Diocese asks high court for injunction on limits on indoor worship
Catholic News Service BROOKLYN, N.Y. — The Diocese of Brooklyn Nov. 12 filed an emergency application with the U.S. Supreme Court for an injunction…
At Jesuit agency event, Biden announces he will dramatically raise refugee cap
By Rhina Guidos, Catholic News Service WASHINGTON — Weeks after the administration of President Donald Trump announced it was dropping to a historic low…
In gathering for U.S. bishops like no other, annual meeting goes online
By Rhina Guidos, Catholic News Service WASHINGTON — Catholic bishops will gather Nov. 16 and 17 for their annual meeting, but this time in…
Pope Francis calls Biden to congratulate him on winning presidential election
Catholic News Service WILMINGTON, Del. — Pope Francis called President-elect Joe Biden early Nov. 12 to congratulate him on winning the U.S. presidential election….
World Day of Poor initiatives adapt to pandemic, Vatican official says
By Carol Glatz, Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — Even during a global pandemic, the World Day of the Poor will be an important…
At 100, WWII vet recounts joining Women’s Coast Guard Reserves to serve country
By Eleska Aubespin, Catholic News Service HOUSTON — Seaman 1st Class Shirley H. Reagor once boarded an Italian submarine to perform her military duties…