U.S. judge permanently stops Georgia’s ‘heartbeat law’ from taking effect
ATLANTA — The head of a leading national pro-life organization said she was disappointed “the will of the people is being thwarted” in a…
Amid unrest, some say church can engage in fight against racism
By Rhina Guidos Catholic News Service WASHINGTON — Some bishops have denounced them. Others have embraced them. One held a sign with the words…
Novelist cites Bronx priest’s influence on his writing, Catholic faith
By Mike Mastromatteo Catholic News Service TORONTO — A reader familiar with New York-based Irish American writer Peter Quinn’s work can be forgiven for…
Panel looks at role racism, religion, COVID-19 will play in elections
By Kurt Jensen Catholic News Service WASHINGTON — The combination of concern over government response to COVID-19 and the economic collapse brought about by…
Fire ravages historic California mission, but community vows to rebuild
By Pablo Kay Catholic News Service LOS ANGELES — The fire that ravaged Mission San Gabriel Arcángel church in the predawn hours of July…
Pope advances sainthood causes of two women, three men
By Junno Arocho Esteves Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis advanced the sainthood causes of two women and three men, including an…
July 16 virtual pilgrimage to Lourdes to affirm prayer against COVID-19
By Jonathan Luxmoore Catholic News Service OXFORD, England — An international virtual pilgrimage to the sanctuary of Lourdes, France, will “affirm the power of…
Japanese bishops’ anti-nuclear power book available in English
TOKYO — An English version of a book by Japan’s bishops appealing for the abolition of nuclear power is now available for free on…
Sanctuaries, shrines Catholics can ‘visit’ virtually in Europe, Mideast
By Carol Glatz Catholic News Service ROME — Despite ongoing and unpredictable travel restrictions, there are still a number of important sites, shrines and…
Catholic universities oppose ICE guidance for international students
By Carol Zimmermann Catholic News Service WASHINGTON — U.S. Catholic college and university leaders have joined the nation’s higher education community in condemning a…