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U. S. Bishops" Chairman on Doctrine Issues Clarification on Just War Theory
3+ hour, 24+ min ago (508+ words) usccb U. S. Bishops" Chairman on Doctrine Issues Clarification on Just War Theory "When Pope Leo XIV speaks as supreme pastor of the universal Church, he is not merely offering opinions on theology, he is preaching the Gospel and exercising his ministry…...
Pope finds the embodiment of the "guiding principle above all" in Algeria
8+ hour, 52+ min ago (943+ words) Pope Leo XIV casts Algeria as a quiet model of solidarity and charity, showing how everyday acts of mercy can lay the groundwork for peace. ANNABA, ALGERIA (CNS) -- In a country marred by hardship, deep faith and hard-won independence, Pope…...
Archbishop Coakley's Response to President Trump's Social Media Post on Pope Leo XIV
2+ day, 15+ hour ago (227+ words) WASHINGTON " Archbishop Paul S. Coakley, president of the U. S. Conference of Catholic Bishops issued a brief response to a social media post by President Trump on Sunday evening. I am disheartened that the President chose to write such disparaging words about the…...
Annual Catholic Home Missions Appeal Serves Those Who "Thirst for the Gospel
6+ day, 1+ hour ago (294+ words) WASHINGTON " The Catholic faithful who give to the annual Catholic Home Missions Appeal are imitating Jesus, who "spent little time in cities but built his ministry in fishing villages and rural areas," said Bishop Chad W. Zielinski, chairman of the U. S. Conference…...
As U. S. Seeks a Negotiated End to War in Iran, Bishop Zaidan Calls for Peace and Humanitarian Assistance for Lebanon
6+ day, 2+ hour ago (801+ words) WASHINGTON-As the United States seeks a negotiated end to the war in Iran, I call on President Trump and the international community to ensure that the people of Lebanon receive greater access to humanitarian assistance, including food and medical supplies,…...
Pope Leo praises ceasefire as "genuine hope," presses for dialogue, peace
1+ week, 7+ hour ago (577+ words) Pope Leo XIV praised the Middle East ceasefire as a hopeful breakthrough after escalating tensions, condemned threats against Iran, and called on the faithful to pray for peace while emphasizing the universal call to holiness. VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Pope Leo…...
Archbishop Coakley Emphasizes Support for Holy Father's Renewed Call for Peace in Iran
1+ week, 6+ day ago (664+ words) usccb Archbishop Coakley Emphasizes Support for Holy Father's Renewed Call for Peace in Iran "During this holiest of weeks, let us continue to pray ardently for mutually respectful and effective dialogue that leads to a cease-fire and a negotiated end…...
Bishop Thomas Supports Bill to End FDA Approval of Chemical Abortion Pills
1+ week, 6+ day ago (410+ words) usccb Bishop Thomas Supports Bill to End FDA Approval of Chemical Abortion Pills "The abortion pill represents an isolating and harmful response to women in need," said Bishop Daniel E. Thomas, chairman of the U. S. Conference of Catholic Bishops" Committee on Pro-Life…...
Nebraska's Boys Town founder moves closer to sainthood
3+ week, 2+ day ago (397+ words) Following a decree from Pope Leo XIV, Father Edward Flanagan has moved closer to sainthood for his work with at-risk boys in the United States. VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Pope Leo XIV advanced the sainthood cause of Father Edward Flanagan, the…...
Childhood classmates from the United States reunite with Pope Leo
3+ week, 5+ day ago (370+ words) Pope Leo XIV, who graduated from the lower school of St. Mary of the Assumption on the city's South Side in 1969, greeted and reminisced with 10 of his 82 former classmates after the general audience in St. Peter's Square March 18. "Sorry! I'm…...