Court hears case on federal agencies’ regulatory power that could impact church entities
byBy Kate Scanlon WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court heard oral arguments Jan. 17 in a pair of cases concerning the regulatory power of federal…
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Eucharistic congresses ‘like Catholic family reunion,’ galvanizing Catholics in love for Jesus’ real presence
byBy Maria Wiering Despite threats of blizzard-like conditions, only clouds moved through southwestern Indiana Jan. 13 as the Diocese of Evansville held its first-ever…
With Christ at center, pro-life efforts will persevere, says U.S. bishops’ pro-life chair
byBy Julie Asher WASHINGTON — Jesus Christ’s words in the Gospel reading for Jan. 18, “I am with you always until the end of…
Migrant drownings stoke cross-border tensions, questions on jurisdiction
byBy David Agren MEXICO CITY — The drownings of three Mexican migrants in the Rio Grande has deepened a jurisdictional dispute between the U.S….
Two US prelates call for ‘immediate and total’ ceasefire in Gaza Strip
byBy Gina Christian Two U.S. prelates are urging an “immediate and total” ceasefire in the war that has convulsed the Gaza Strip for more…
Bishop Rolando Álvarez released, exiled from Nicaragua after over 500 days of detention
byBy David Agren MEXICO CITY — Bishop Rolando Álvarez of Matagalpa has been released from prison and sent into exile along with 18 imprisoned…
Pope refines Vatican norms for spending, awarding contracts
byBy Cindy Wooden VATICAN CITY — Continuing the long-running updating of laws and norms regarding Vatican expenditures and processes for awarding contracts, Pope Francis…
Like Rev. King, God’s disciples are called to work to transform world, says cardinal
byBy Aida Bustos SAN DIEGO — Cardinal Robert W. McElroy of San Diego called on all disciples of God to work to transform the…
Cardinal says debate about blessings is normal part of church life
byBy Cindy Wooden ROME — Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Vatican secretary of state, said the debate surrounding the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith’s…
Catholic aid agency’s staff remain in Yemen amid coalition strikes
byBy Gina Christian Staff from Caritas Poland will remain in Yemen following U.S. and U.K.-led strikes on Houthi rebels, according to mission head Radoslaw…