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St. Mary Magdalene: The first witness to the Resurrection
Once known as a sinful woman, Mary Magdalene became the Apostle to the Apostles and the first witness to the... Read more
Catholics reflect on 100th anniversary of Scopes trial, 1920s evolution debate
On July 21, 1925 — a century ago today — substitute teacher John T. Scopes was found guilty of violating... Read more
Lawmakers introduce resolution condemning Christian persecution abroad
A joint resolution introduced in the U.S. House and Senate last week condemns the persecution of Christians in Muslim-majority countries... Read more
Innovative Filipino Catholic center to open in California
A first-of-its-kind Filipino Catholic center is set to open in Anaheim, California, offering a new spiritual and cultural landmark for... Read more
Tattoo shop in Times Square is a ‘ministry for the Miraculous Medal’
Times Square Tattoo in New York City is more than a tattoo parlor — it’s a “ministry for the Miraculous... Read more
New short documentary highlights the life of Servant of God Julia Greeley
A new, short documentary tells the story of Servant of God Julia Greeley, also known as Denver’s Angel of Charity,... Read more
Jerusalem bishop shares distress over conditions in Gaza after accidental Israeli strike
On July 17, the Israeli military accidentally bombed the only Catholic parish in Gaza. The strike killed three and injured... Read more
Amid deportations, Catholic clergy rally for immigrants
In Detroit, one Catholic priest took a unique approach — delivering a letter to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Read more
Director of Jerusalem Pontifical Mission assesses situation in Gaza after church attack
Joseph Hazboun, director of the Pontifical Mission in Jerusalem, spoke with “EWTN News Nightly” on July 18 about the situation... Read more
National Shrine’s organ recital series showcases world-class musicians
Held on Sunday evenings throughout July and August, the series features performances on the National Shrine basilica’s renowned chancel and... Read more
U.S. bishops stress need for immediate ceasefire after deadly attack on Gaza parish
The president of the USCCB has called for peace and an “immediate ceasefire” following a deadly attack on the only... Read more
California couple with 21 kids from surrogate mothers charged with neglect, endangerment
Here is a roundup of recent pro-life and abortion-related news. Read more
Catholic Charities Fort Worth to continue refugee efforts
The move follows urgent pleas from refugee service providers across Texas, who warned Catholic Charities Fort Worth’s withdrawal would jeopardize... Read more
Federal court blocks Washington law that would force priests to violate seal of confession
In the ruling, District Judge David Estudillo said there was “no question” that the law burdened the free exercise of... Read more
Violence against Christians escalates in Syria
Here is a roundup of Catholic world news from the past week that you might have missed. Read more
Catholic bishops seek relief from federal abortion rule in appeals court
The USCCB is asking a federal district court to block the government from enforcing any portion of an abortion “accommodation”... Read more
UPDATE: Catholic Sen. Tim Kaine blasts GOP for slashing aid funding
Sen. Tim Kaine on Wednesday called the cuts an “attack on the religious organizations so that they cannot do the... Read more
Small business agency launches ‘Center for Faith,’ ends ban on relief for faith groups
The U.S. Small Business Administration is opening a “Center for Faith” and eliminating a regulation that banned faith-based groups from... Read more
CARA study: Mary’s role strongly shapes vocational paths in U.S. Church
Nine in 10 religious men and women say a Marian devotion “positively impacted” them while discerning a vocation. Read more
Australian bishops call on government to enforce country’s surrogacy ban
“A woman is not a machine for reproduction,” the bishops argue in the letter, “she is a person made in... Read more
