Bishops urge Congress to be in ‘radical solidarity’ with mothers, children
Calling upon Congress for “radical solidarity” with mothers and babies — both born and unborn — four bishops advanced an ambitious legislative and policy agenda that prioritizes the well-being of families in a letter to lawmakers.
NEWS BRIEF: Diocese clarifies “Arizona Catholic Tribune” mailer
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix is in no way affiliated with or supportive of the “Arizona Catholic Tribune” publication that many have received in the mail or may have seen online in recent days.
A 2013 quote from Pope Francis reminds Catholics of their duty to vote
“A good Catholic meddles in politics, offering the best of himself, so that those who govern can govern.”
NEWS BRIEF: Arizona bishops reflect on the 2022 election
The bishops of the Arizona Catholic Conference invite you to prayerfully inform yourself about the issues on the ballot this November, form your conscience well, and vote accordingly.
Meet elected officials as ‘missionary disciples,’ Archbishop Gomez says
“When we speak to our elected officials, we speak as missionary disciples, as followers of Jesus Christ,” said Archbishop José H. Gomez of Los Angeles in a Feb. 9 closing message to the Catholic Social Ministry Gathering.
Archbishop Cordileone says no Catholic ‘in good conscience’ can favor abortion
When they vote, Catholics must weigh many issues of very grave moral consequence “in good conscience,” but “no Catholic in good conscience can favor abortion,” San Francisco Archbishop Salvatore J. Cordileone said Jan. 21.
Historians: Capitol Hill breach damaged U.S. politics
There is no example in American history of a U.S. president inciting violence against American institutions or fellow citizens in the manner that President Donald Trump seemingly did on Jan. 6 when an angry mob stormed the U.S. Capitol, according to a historian at The Catholic University of America.
Washington pastors reflect on Capitol attack that hit close to home
For two Washington-area priests, the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol hit particularly close to home, because they serve as pastors of Capitol Hill parishes in Washington.
Pope says he was ‘astonished’ by violence at Capitol
Pope Francis offered prayers for the people of the United States “shaken by the recent siege on Congress” and prayed for the five people who lost their lives “in those dramatic moments” when protesters stormed the Capitol Jan. 6.
Pelosi references Epiphany and St. Francis as House confirms Biden win
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi referenced the Epiphany, St. Francis of Assisi, and also uttered a prayer as the House of Representatives reconvened the night of Jan. 6 to confirm the Electoral College win of President-elect Biden in the November presidential election.
