Indian Jesuits brace for fallout after U.S. military leaves Afghanistan
Indian Jesuits in Afghanistan are not sure what is in store for them as the strife-torn nation slips into conflict as the United States winds down operations after almost 20 years of war.
Two Texas bishops say closing facilities would violate religious freedom
The bishops who head the El Paso and Dallas dioceses in Texas have asked Gov. Greg Abbott to halt an order that could result in shutting down, by the end of August, Catholic Charities facilities in Texas that care for foster and migrant children, saying that doing so violates state laws protecting religious freedom.
Polish nuns killed by Soviet army as World War II ended showed courage
Ten Polish nuns have been approved for beatification as martyrs 76 years after they were killed while resisting rape and facing other atrocities by Soviet soldiers in the final months of World War II.
To church’s dismay, Veracruz state approves bill decriminalizing abortion
Lawmakers in the eastern Mexican state of Veracruz approved a bill decriminalizing abortion during the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. It was the second such decriminalization measure approved in Mexico in barely two weeks.
Bishops plea for peace, fair elections ahead of Zambia’s August vote
With violence rising and a government crackdown against dissidents continuing, Zambia's Catholic bishops have called for peaceful and fair elections as voters prepare to go to the polls Aug. 12.
Healthy roots: Elderly provide secure foundation for future generations
Highlighting the importance and gifts of older people has been a constant refrain throughout Pope Francis' ministry.
Pope ‘deeply saddened’ by Baghdad market bombing
Pope Francis expressed his condolences after a suicide bombing in a busy market in Baghdad claimed the lives of dozens of people.
Mother, wife, leader: Chavira’s personal and professional life reflect her ‘witness of Christ’
Maria Chavira has embraced multiple leadership roles throughout her life, but her responsibility as a wife and mother comes first.
Former Anglican priest says God helped him find way to Catholic priesthood
For Father Stephen Hilgendorf, it has been a long journey from his role as a priest in the Anglican tradition.
USCCB general secretary resigns; reports allege ‘possible improper behavior’
Msgr. Jeffrey D. Burrill, the general secretary of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops since November, has resigned from the post after the USCCB "became aware of impending media reports alleging possible improper behavior by Msgr. Burrill," said Archbishop José H. Gomez of Los Angeles, USCCB president.
