Why is this system of injustice allowed to linger?
byNearly a decade ago, Kentuckians learned that the death penalty here is broken beyond repair. That conclusion came from Kentucky legal scholars and jurists…
As COVID-19 spreads, Catholic entities worldwide take precautions
byBy Bronwen Dachs Catholic News Service Catholic aid agencies are protecting their staff’s safety as they increase their worldwide efforts to stop the spread…
Churches work to alleviate suffering of people who ‘Remain in Mexico’
byBy David Agren Catholic News Service MATAMOROS, Mexico — From a row of tables set up amid a sea of tents, volunteers in teal…
Prayers requested after Nashville tornado
byFollowing the devastating tornado that tore through Nashville March 3, Bishop J. Mark Spalding of Nashville reported that one parish experienced significant damage —…
Salute sets sights on $1.2 million
byThe March 18 Salute to Catholic School Alumni aims to raise a record $1.2 million to help families afford Catholic schools. The evening will…
Pro-lifers hopeful for outcome of court’s first abortion case in four years
byBy Kurt Jensen Catholic News Service WASHINGTON — Optimism among pro-lifers ran high March 3 for a successful outcome to the first abortion case…
Catholic Charities fundraiser draws 450
byCatholic Charities of Louisville launched a new tradition with its Mardi Gras Rouler fundraiser Feb. 25. The festivities, held at The Olmsted, netted more…
Pope has been diagnosed with cold; symptoms unrelated to other illness
byBy Carol Glatz Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis has a common cold and has no symptoms that could be attributed to…
Sister Wigginton honored for her work with deaf Catholics
byUrsuline Sister of Louisville Rita Ann Wigginton was named the Father David Walsh Pastoral Worker of 2020 at the annual meeting of the National…
Pope asks Catholics to join week of climate reflection, action in May
byBy Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — Saying he wanted to renew his “urgent call to respond to the ecological crisis,” Pope Francis asked…