Biden administration tightening asylum system to stop national security threats
The new rule authorizes border agents to screen asylum seekers for “national security, criminal, or other public safety concern[s]” at the “earliest stage possible.” Those flagged as potential threats to the U.S. and its citizens can be denied entry into the U.S. immediately. / Credit: Wikimedia Commons Washington, D.C. Newsroom, May 13, 2024 / 07:00 […]
The National Eucharistic Pilgrimage Is Our ‘Emmaus Moment’
Rachel Moore Unlike the National Eucharistic Congress that will take place at its conclusion, the pilgrimage has never been done before. A NOTE FROM THE PUBLISHER: It’s important to remember that this isn’t just an ‘event.’ It’s a call to action.
Louisiana Parishioners Stop Teen Armed With Rifle From Entering First Communion Mass
As parishioners and police respond to the threat of an armed intruder, clergy at St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church in Abbeville, Louisiana take cover behind the altar on May 11, 2024. Though the suspect was quickly neutralized, panic broke out when the suspect told police a second shooter was near the building.
Biden Administration Tightening Asylum System to Stop National Security Threats
The new rule authorizes border agents to screen asylum seekers for “national security, criminal, or other public safety concern[s]” at the “earliest stage possible.” Those flagged as potential threats to the U.S. and its citizens can be denied entry into the U.S. immediately. By screening asylum seekers for national security concerns when they first enter, […]
Downgrading marijuana’s danger level: What Catholics should know
null / Credit: Pe3k/Shutterstock CNA Staff, May 13, 2024 / 06:00 am (CNA). The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is moving toward reclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous drug, according to recent reporting from the Associated Press… […]
Pope marks 50th anniversary of murder of Argentine ‘Martyr of the Poor’ Carlos Múgica
Pope Francis commemorates the 50th anniversary of the assassination of Argentine priest Carlos Múgica upholding his legacy of serving the poor and marginalized. Read all
‘A Jubilee grace’: Vatican announces Holy Year Indulgence
Following the solemn indiction of the Jubilee 2025 by Pope Francis last week, the Apostolic Penitentiary has published a Decree that provides the details for the Indulgences that will be granted during the Holy Year. Read all
7 Powerful Messages from Our Lady of Fatima: ‘The Grace of God Will Be Your Comfort’
May 13 is the feast of Our Lady of Fatima. She is a powerful intercessor and model, especially in a time where sins of the flesh and sins against humanity dominate the culture. Our Lady of Fatima appeared six times to the three shepherd children (Lucia, Jacinta, and Francisco) from May 13, 2017 – Oct. […]
Downgrading marijuana’s danger level: What Catholics should know
null / Credit: Pe3k/Shutterstock CNA Staff, May 13, 2024 / 06:00 am (CNA). The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is moving toward reclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous drug, according to recent reporting from the Associated Press. The proposal, if approved, would reclassify marijuana under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) away from the top “Schedule […]
New York’s St. Francis Xavier redefines acceptance in the Catholic Church
Explore the social justice and spiritual journey of Church of St. Francis Xavier, where inclusion, compassion and social outreach thrive, from celebrating LGBTQ lives to serving the homeless.