Vatican sources tip World Youth Day organizer as incoming head of Vatican dicastery
Messa in Latino reported that Bishop Aguiar could be set to take over control of the Dicastery for Laity, Family and Life despite his controversial record.Read More
Alberta educators forced to attend ‘2SLGBTQ+ Inclusive Education’ training
The stated goal of the workshop was to ‘develop a comprehensive understanding of sexual and gender diverse terminology … understand the distinction between sex assigned at birth/gender identity/gender expression, and discern best practices for supporting queer and trans colleagues and students.’Read More
Daily Rome Shot 767 – Dino and Latino
White, down in material, to move and, remarkably, win. NB: I’ll hold comments with solutions ’till the next day so there won’t be “spoilers” for others. The wonderful nuns of Gower Abbey, the Benedictines of Mary, Queen of Apostles, have … Read More →
Faith meets ecology: Rosaries made from ocean plastic shine at World Youth Day
null / Shutterstock CNA Newsroom, Aug 18, 2023 / 09:46 am (CNA). In a unique blend of faith and environmental activism, pilgrims from Vancouver, British Columbia, handed out rosaries crafted from recycled ocean plastic to attendees of World Youth Day in Lisbon, Portugal, this August. This initiative, backed by Plastic Bank, aimed to spotlight the […]
Pennsylvania ends decadeslong funding for crisis pregnancy centers
null / Shutterstock Washington, D.C. Newsroom, Aug 18, 2023 / 10:33 am (CNA). The state of Pennsylvania announced this month that it would be ending its partnership with a nonprofit group that helps fund crisis pregnancy centers throughout the state. The state Department of Human Services said in a press release that its contract with […]
Christians called to heal ‘epidemic of enmity,’ papal message says
In a world suffering from an “epidemic of enmity,” Christians can offer healing by recognizing each person as a child of God and reaching out in friendship, said a top Vatican official, writing on behalf of Pope Francis.
When it comes to church reform, Pope Francis isn’t afraid to ruffle a few feathers
Pope Francis’ clash with the vicar of Rome says a lot about his approach to reform.
With evictions growing, housing situation for many Americans seen growing more precarious
It’s an increasingly familiar sight in many U.S. cities and towns: piles of personal belongings unceremoniously dumped curbside, as another family loses their home. With coronavirus-era eviction protections expiring across the country and rent payment waivers not far behind, the already-precarious situation of many low-income Americans is about to get worse — particularly in Los […]
North Carolina bans child sex changes, gives parents more educational rights
North Carolina lawmakers this week upheld bans on sex changes for kids, granted parents more rights in the public school system, and set athletic standards that require students to participate in programs that align with their biological sex. The Republican-dominated state House and Senate approved the measures during a veto session on Aug. 16. Lawmakers […]
Argentine upstart political candidate is critic of Church, Pope Francis (Catholic Herald)
Javier Milei, the populist candidate who was a surprise winner in Argentine’s primary election last week, has a record of conflict with the Catholic Church and a strong dislike for Pope Francis. Milei, who styles himself an “anarcho-capitalist,” identifies himself as a Catholic, but also studies Judaism and says he has considered converting to that […]