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Using the micro state as an example, the pontiff argued that small political communities can offer lessons in public service and social cohesion at a time of growing division and distrust. ... read more

Armenian Catholic Patriarch Raphaël Bedros XXI Minassian emphasized the significance of his Church’s centuries-old and continuing presence in the Middle East, despite the grave challenges its faithful have endured, including massacres, genocide, famine, and other hardships. He described this endurance as a sign of hope and resilience that strengthens him to continue in the footsteps ... read more

The patriarch said the hope and resilience strengthens him to continue in the footsteps of his forebears and live the faith according to their example. Armenian Catholic Patriarch Raphaël Bedros XXI Minassian. | Credit: EWTN News Armenian Catholic Patriarch Raphaël Bedros XXI Minassian emphasized the ... read more

Although the specific case did not involve Catholic clergy, the precedent could impact how courts view priest-penitent privilege in the future. ... read more

The author (l) with Andy Rajec (c) and Andy's son, Michael, at a Notre Dame football game. (Image courtesy of the author) You probably do not know the name Andrew Paul Rajec. But I think that you should. Andy, as he was known to his many friends, died early on the morning ... read more

The Vatican has confirmed to parents in the Archdiocese of Hamburg that the Vatican document “Male and Female He Created Them” remains the authoritative guide for sex education. LGBT flag. | Credit: nito/Shutterstock The Dicastery for Culture and Education has confirmed to the parents of ... read more

The Dicastery for Culture and Education has confirmed to the parents of students at Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Hamburg in Germany that the Vatican document “Male and Female He Created Them” remains the authoritative guide for sex education. With this, the Vatican appears to contradict a framework regarding sex education that the archdiocese’s ... read more

A group of abuse survivors this week launched ProtestantAccountability.org, a national database of news coverage modeled on BishopAccountability.org. “We started this group to protect the vulnerable, expose the wrongdoers, deter coverups and heal the wounded,” said Charlie Taylor, who helped found the site. ... read more

The Diocese of Syracuse, New York, announced that the Dicastery for the Doctrine for the Faith has laicized Nathan Brooks. ... read more

Maine’s sole diocese reached a settlement with over 100 people who allege they were sexually abused by clergy. ... read more

Bishop Boxie shares faith journey from practicing law to becoming youngest U.S. bishop Archdiocese of Washington Auxiliary Bishop Robert Boxie III speaks to Catherine Hadro on “EWTN News in Depth,” Aug. 21, 2026. | Credit: EWTN News From practicing law to answering a call to ... read more

From practicing law to answering a call to the priesthood, Bishop Robert Boxie’s faith journey has led to multiple milestones, including becoming the youngest U.S. bishop and the first African American to be appointed to the leadership role in nearly a decade.With an Ivy League law degree, a successful career, and the ability to travel, ... read more

Vatican City – The Holy Father Leo XIV has accepted the resignation from the pastoral governance of the Mission sui iuris of Turkmenistan presented by the Rev. Fr. Andrzej Madej, O.M.I.The Holy Father Leo XIV has appointed the Rev. Fr. Paweł Janusz Kubiak, O.M.I., as Superior of the Mission sui iuris of Turkmenistan. He has ... read more

Twelve police officers in Göttingen, Germany, suffered injuries from their own pepper spray as they protected participants in a peaceful pro-life prayer gathering from 200 protestors, according to media reports. ... read more

There were 84 victims of anti-Catholic hate crimes in the United States in 2025, according to data released by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. ... read more